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Autograph Tree

Clusia rosea

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Overview

Autograph Tree (Clusia rosea) is an evergreen with thick, leathery leaves that grow up to 8 inches long. Known for its resilience, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and can reach 25 to 40 feet in height. It features showy pink or white flowers and grows well in USDA zones 10-12. Ideal for creating privacy screens, adaptable to various soil types, and requires minimal maintenance once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 11–11Type Shrub, TreeClimate Mediterranean
Autograph Tree (Clusia rosea) — and requires minimal maintenance once established; this low-maintenance trait

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub, Tree
Family
Clusiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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