{"product_id":"cannonball-tree-10-bag","title":"Cannonball Tree - 10\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cannonball Tree (Couroupita guianensis) is a dramatic tropical tree grown for its extraordinary flowers and fruit. Borne directly on long woody stalks along the trunk, the waxy flowers are a rich orange-pink with a hooded central structure that many associate with a serpent over a Shiva lingam, lending it deep religious significance in India. The blooms are intensely fragrant, especially at night. Large, hard, brown spherical fruits the size of cannonballs hang from the trunk. A striking specimen for temple grounds, parks and botanical gardens in warm, frost-free regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLecythidaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical South America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15-25 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8-12 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-evergreen, large clustered leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-pink to red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMostly warm months; nearly year-round in tropics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep moist, especially when young\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep, fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives in 22-38C; strictly frost-tender\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers high humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic manure and balanced feed periodically\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; avoid removing trunk flower stalks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrow in ground; not a pot plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds; cuttings less reliable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally hardy; occasional scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit pulp unpleasant; treat as non-edible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlanted as a sacred and ornamental specimen tree in temple grounds, parks and botanical gardens; flowers are offered in worship and the tree is prized as a botanical curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow only in warm, frost-free parts of India in deep fertile soil with regular watering and high humidity. Keep the heavy cannonball fruits in mind and avoid planting over paths, seating or play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist, especially for young trees; it likes regular water and high humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows and flowers best in full sun in a warm, sheltered spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruit pulp is foul-smelling and not edible, so keep pets from chewing fruit or flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a large tropical tree best grown in open ground rather than containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is usually grown from fresh seed; cuttings are possible but less reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my tree not flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs maturity, warmth and full sun; cold climates and youth delay the trunk flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn warm tropical conditions it can flower for much of the year, peaking in the warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it tolerate cold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it is strictly frost-tender and suits only warm, frost-free regions of India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the tree toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is not a notable poison, but the smelly fruit pulp should be treated as non-edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed periodically with organic manure and a balanced fertilizer to support its lush growth and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256079483126,"sku":"PLT-CANNONBALLTR-B10-NA","price":299.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/2cSAFIPcBCG4K3qLKLapjJXyEgKKKkwMmYdwjHuc.jpg?v=1783920647","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/cannonball-tree-10-bag","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}