ON THIS PLANT
Tapirira bethanniana is a tall tree of the family Anacardiaceae. It is endemic to tropical rainforests of French Guiana.
A note from PlantMom
Tapirira bethanniana shows strong resistance to disease and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this species is fairly low-maintenance. Outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller specimens, however, should be trimmed after flowering. Tapirira bethanniana is appropriate for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand extensive plant-care experience.
— PlantMom
CHARACTERISTICS
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Tapirira
- Family
- Anacardiaceae
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