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Guaiacum officinale
| Family Name: | Zygophyllaceae |
| Synonyms: | Lignum vitae, Bulnesia sanctum, Bulnesia benedichum |
| Common Name: | Lignum Vitae, Guaiac Wood |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Growth Form | Tree |
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Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Central America, Caribbean |
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Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Flowers |
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Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Plant Growth Rate | Moderate |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Leaf Area Index (LAI) for Green Plot Ratio | 3.0 (Tree - Intermediate Canopy) |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Purple |
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Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Colour(s) | Orange |
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Others
| Master ID | 1652 |
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| Species ID | 2945 |
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