Hura — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Hura recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Hura crepitans
Hura crepitans
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Cultivation
Succeeds in humid, lowland, tropical and subtropical climates. Prefers a fertile, well-drained soil and a position in full sun. Established plants are very drought tolerant.
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Hura polyandra
Hura polyandra
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Cultivation
The fruit of the sandbox is curious in appearance and structure, somewhat resembling a diminutive pumpkin or cantaloupe, with the cocci arranged like the sections of an orange. When thoroughly dry, the fruit explodes elastically with great force and a loud report, scattering the seeds to some distance. The force of the explosion is great enough to burst small boxes in which the fruits may have been stored, or to cause wounds if they strike any part of the body.
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