KARAWARA
Cordia sebestena
The Karawa is a densely branched tree with velvety leaves and striking reddish-purple flowers. It attracts hummingbirds and bees and is popular in dry gardens. The Karawa is also called the Orange Geiger tree.
Application:š³Solitary |āColorful accent
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Likes full sun
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Fairly fast grower
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Water regularly
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Height up to 20 meters
SPECIFICATIONS:
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Common name | Karawara, Wild Almond, Geiger Tree, Java Olive Tree |
| Latin name | Cordia sebestena |
| Origin | Caribbean, Central America |
| Height | Up to 20 meters |
| Growth habit | Fast-growing tree with an upright trunk and a broad, open crown |
| Location | A few meters away from buildings |
| Light requirements | Full sun |
| Water requirement | Every other day |
| Windproof | Yes |
| Fertilization | Regular fertilization required; ask an employee for advice |
| Maintenance | Low maintenance; pruning helps maintain shape |
| Leaves | Large, palmately compound and deciduous in dry periods |
| Fruits | Pear-oval shaped whitish fruit. |
| Flowers | Small, reddish-purple flowers with a slightly unpleasant odor |
| Attractor of butterflies and birds | Yes |
| Iguana test | Yes |
| Suitable for pot | No |
| Toxicity | Leaf hairs can cause skin irritation for humans, and dogs may experience mild stomach upset if they eat the fruit. |