About
Parmentiera cereifera, the candle tree, is an unusual tropical tree from Panama producing long, waxy, candle-like fruits hanging directly from the trunk and branches. An architectural botanical curiosity for a frost-free, sunny garden or heated greenhouse.
About the genus
Parmentiera are tropical trees from Central America producing unusual, often candle-like fruits growing directly from the trunk and branches. Grown as architectural botanical curiosities in frost-free gardens and heated glasshouses.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.