Autograph Tree
Clusia rosea
Family: ClusiaceaeNative: Caribbean, Mexico, and Central AmericaIdentified: Mar 12, 2026
An evergreen shrub or small tree known for its thick, leathery, dark green leaves that are oval-shaped. It earns its common name because names can be etched onto the leaf surface, which will remain visible until the leaf falls.
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Provide bright, indirect light; it can also tolerate some direct sun. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, but do not allow it to sit in water. It prefers warm temperatures and high humidity.