Candelnut
Aleurites moluccanus
Euphorbiaceae · broadleaf evergreen tree · introduced
Last updated
Plant Profile
Size & Form
Height
20–50 ft
Spread
65 ft
Growth Rate
Fast
Site Requirements
Light
Full Sun to Shade
Soil Drainage
Moist
Soil pH
4.5-8.5
Water
Moderate
Drought Tolerance
Moderate
Hardiness
Zones 8b–10a
Ornamental Interest
Bloom Time
Seasonal bloomer
Origin
the Indo-Malay region but this is difficult to establish because of early spread by humans
Diseases: Regionally Documented (3)
Pests: Regionally Documented (5)
Data Maturity Structured Multiple sources. Expert review underway.