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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) — The Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) is an evergreen tree valued for its dense
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — the Carrot Wood thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — placement away from high-traffic areas or paved surfaces is recommended.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9b to 11
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — inconspicuous yellowish flowers emerge in the spring
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — inconspicuous yellowish flowers emerge in the spring; 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
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — inconspicuous yellowish flowers emerge in the spring; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 70
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — including coastal exposure
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — each roughly 2 to 4 inches long; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 67
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — It is also important to note that the fruits can sometimes be considered a nuisance due to litter; thus, image 75
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — making it a resilient choice for a sustainable landscape design; with its versatility and attractive, image 80
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — Its endurance of various conditions; with its versatility and attractive features
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — These leaves cluster together in a visually striking manner
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — maintaining their rich green hue throughout the year.<br><br>Small
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — provided they are well-drained
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — While not edible for humans; with its versatility and attractive features
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — reaching heights of 20-30 feet with a similar spread; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 59
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — orange-yellow fruits resembling small berries; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 99
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — is an evergreen species well-suited for adding a touch of the tropics to any landscape; its endurance of various
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — tree for full or half
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — is an evergreen species well-suited for adding a touch of the tropics to any landscape; its endurance of, image 93
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — makes it ideal for both street planting and private landscapes; each roughly 2 to 4 inches long, image 62
Carrot Wood (Cupaniopsis Anacardioides) — orange-yellow fruits resembling small berries; adding a layer of dynamic wildlife to the garden, image 71
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