Enterolobium cyclocarpum (Monkey Ear) - Video 1

Botanical name: Enterolobium cyclocarpum

Common names: Monkey Ear, Ear Pod Tree, Elephant Ear Tree, Eartree, Guanacaste Tree, Arbol de Guanacaste

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Mimosoideae

Origin: Central America

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge tree taller than 20 ftFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersDeciduous plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Enterolobium cyclocarpum
Monkey Ear Tree, is a lightning-fast grower, shooting up into a big, beautiful tree in no time. If you’re looking to enjoy a large, shady tree within just a couple of seasons, this one’s your perfect pick!


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