Calabash Tree

Scientific Name: Crescentia cujete

Plant Family: Bignoniaceae

Native Region: Central and South America, Caribbean, and Southern Mexico

Calabash Tree

Brief Description

A medium-sized tropical tree known for its unique 'cauliflory' growth habit, where large, bell-shaped flowers and heavy, round green fruits (calabashes) grow directly from the trunk and main branches. The leaves are simple and clustered in whorls along the thick branches.

Care Instructions

Thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but prefers consistent moisture. It requires a tropical or subtropical climate as it is sensitive to frost and should be protected from freezing temperatures.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-04-06T12:10:20.196118