Mazhar Botanic Garden

Hernandia nymphaeifolia (Persl.) Kubitzki

Lantern tree

Sample code: EGY-MBG-000506
English name: Lantern tree
Arabic name: هيرنانديا
Native: Singapore (Coast of the Indian and West Pacific Oceans)
Country: Singapore
(PGR): Common

Evergreen tree to 5-22 m high leaves ovate or subcircular flowers fragrant white or greenish, male and female separated fruit fleshy, waxy red or white

Ornamental plant. It is suitable for planting in streetscapes, parks and gardens for its unique fruits and leaves. It can also be planted in coastal parks as it is able to withstand the environmental conditions.

Water Sources: Moderate Water
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds
Flowering time: Summer
Zone: Tropical

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