Plant Habit: | Shrub Tree |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
Plant Height: | 12-15 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Fruit: | Showy Other: 12-14 inch yellow pod containing 20-60 cocoa beans |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Cream |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Pollinators: | Flies |