Terminalia bentzoe (Benjoin)
Terminalia bentzoe (Benjoin) young tree with layered branches and narrow foliage pointing in multiple directions.
Botanical names: Terminalia bentzoe, Terminalia angustifolia
Common name: Benjoin
Family: Combretaceae
Origin: Mascarene Islands
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small tree
Mature height: 10-20 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate
Flower color: White and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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Terminalia bentzoe (Benjoin) with narrow green leaves and distinct reddish veins spreading from central stems.
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