Brazilian Rosewood will grow to be about 50 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 60 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 80 years or more.
This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This species is not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Jacaranda mimosifolia
Common Name
Brazilian Rosewood
Hardiness Zone
- 9
Appearance
Max Height
60 Feet
Max Spread
60 Feet
Plant Form
- Upright Spreading
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Purple
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Late Spring To Early Summer
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Medium
Deer Resistance
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