Pachira — 3 species

Botanical species in the genus Pachira recorded in the PlantPeers database.

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Pachira aquatica

Family: Malvaceae

Cultivation

A plant of the humid tropics, it is able to tolerate a wide range of temperatures and humidity. Prefers a deep, fertile loamy soil in full sun or light shade. Established plants are drought resistant.

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Edible

Pachira glabra

Family: Malvaceae

Cultivation

Prefers a deep, fertile loamy soil in full sun or light shade. A fast-growing tree, it can reach a height of 3.5 metres within 2 years from seed.

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Edible

Pachira insignis

Family: Malvaceae

Cultivation

A plant of the moist tropics. It is said to be able to tolerate occasional drops in temperature to just below freezing. Grows well in a sunny position and in partial shade.

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