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Sea Almond

Sea Almond

Terminalia catappa

tree☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 10aZone 12b

A tropical spreading tree prized for its large, colorful foliage that turns red and orange before dropping, and its ornamental winged fruits. Highly salt and drought tolerant, making it ideal for coastal landscapes.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
30–45′ tall × 30–50′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

moderate

Flood Tolerance

low
Zone 10aZone 12b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 10a to Zone 12b

pH Range

67.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6 to 7.5

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Indo-Pacific tropics

Native to: Hawaii

Function & Care

wildlife benefitediblewindbreakerosion control

Edible Parts

fruitnutseed

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
3 years
Propagation
seed