Cecropia peltata (Cecropia) - Video 1

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Botanical name: Cecropia peltata

Common names: Cecropia, Yagrumo, Guarumo

Family: Moraceae

Origin: Central America, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterOrnamental foliageEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Cecropia peltata
Cecropia is a very showy tree with spreading crown and large leaves up to 24 inches wide with silver-white lower surfaces.


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Cecropia peltata, Yagrumo

Cecropia is a very showy tree with spreading crown and large leaves up to 24 inches wide with silver-white lower surfaces. Cylindrical, soft-flesh fruit are drooping in clusters resembling octopus. They are very tasty - sweet, watery, aromatic.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE C-Cibus - Crop Nutrition Booster
SUNSHINE-Honey - sugar booster


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