Common name(s):
Monkeypod Tree, Rain Tree
Phonetic Spelling:
Suh-MAY-nee-uh suh-MAHN
Description:
Stands at around 30 meters tall but can reach up to 60 meters tall in native regions. Is characterized by its umbrella-shaped crown and its leaflets that fold up in the early evening and during cloudy weather during the day. Has a lifespan of 80-100 years. Best with full sun and moderate water.
Distribution/Location:
Native to Central and South America. Also found in Hawaii, Florida, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Northern Marianas.
Environmental Concerns:
Is overall beneficial to the environment; however, in certain areas is considered invasive due to its high adaptability, allowing it to outlive native vegetation. Small populations are being taken down in Hawaii due to its invasive nature.
Citation(s):
https://www.housedigest.com/1340838/what-to-know-monkey-pod-tree/
https://www.nparks.gov.sg/florafaunaweb/flora/3/1/3106
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