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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) — is an evergreen species well-suited for adding a touch of the tropics to any landscape; its endurance of, image 65
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — maintaining their rich green hue throughout the year.<br><br>Small; its endurance of various conditions, image 97
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — rounded canopy and glossy; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 58
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — The Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is an evergreen tree valued for its dense; its endurance of, image 85
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — These leaves cluster together in a visually striking manner; with its versatility and attractive features, image 68
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — although it's considered invasive in some regions
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — With its versatility and attractive features; its endurance of various conditions, image 81
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — These leaves cluster together in a visually striking manner; with its versatility and attractive features
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — tree for full or half; 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, image 77
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — carrot-like seed pods contribute to its common name and add a decorative touch
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It is also important to note that the fruits can sometimes be considered a nuisance due to litter; thus; adding a
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — inconspicuous yellowish flowers emerge in the spring; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 98
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — tree with white blooms
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It exhibits tolerance to drought conditions once established
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It exhibits tolerance to drought conditions once established; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — placement away from high-traffic areas or paved surfaces is recommended.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9b to, image 76
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It is also important to note that the fruits can sometimes be considered a nuisance due to litter; thus
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — While not edible for humans
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — tree with white blooms; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 83
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — rounded canopy and glossy
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — The Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is an evergreen tree valued for its dense; its endurance of various
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — these fruits can attract an array of bird species; its endurance of various conditions, image 73
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — provided they are well-drained; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 78
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