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Carrot Wood

Cupaniopsis Anacardioides

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Overview

The Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is an evergreen tree valued for its dense, rounded canopy and glossy, pinnate leaves, reaching heights of 20-30 feet with a similar spread. Its endurance of various conditions, including coastal exposure, makes it ideal for both street planting and private landscapes. Orange, carrot-like seed pods contribute to its common name and add a decorative touch, although it's considered invasive in some regions.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, HighZones 8–11Type TreeClimate Mediterranean

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — These leaves cluster together in a visually striking manner; with its versatility and attractive features, image 96

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Sapindaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — including coastal exposure; its endurance of various conditions, image 89

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — reaching heights of 20-30 feet with a similar spread

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — The Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is an evergreen tree valued for its dense; its endurance of, image 57

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — although it's considered invasive in some regions; with its versatility and attractive features, image 64

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — tree with white blooms; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It exhibits tolerance to drought conditions once established; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the, image 79

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — With its versatility and attractive features; its endurance of various conditions

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — rounded canopy and glossy; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 86

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — makes it ideal for both street planting and private landscapes; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — compound leaves that are made up of 4 to 10 small leaflets; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 94

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — maintaining their rich green hue throughout the year.<br><br>Small; its endurance of various conditions, image 69

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — although it's considered invasive in some regions; with its versatility and attractive features, image 92

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — carrot-like seed pods contribute to its common name and add a decorative touch; adding a layer of dynamic, image 91

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — reaching heights of 20-30 feet with a similar spread; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 87

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — makes it ideal for both street planting and private landscapes

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — these fruits can attract an array of bird species

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — carrot-like seed pods contribute to its common name and add a decorative touch; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — maintaining their rich green hue throughout the year.<br><br>Small; its endurance of various conditions

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — makes it ideal for both street planting and private landscapes; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 90

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — orange-yellow fruits resembling small berries

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — placement away from high-traffic areas or paved surfaces is recommended.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9b to 11; with

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — With its versatility and attractive features

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — the Carrot Wood thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types; its endurance of various

Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — is an evergreen species well-suited for adding a touch of the tropics to any landscape

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