Cannonball Tree

Couroupita guianensis

challenging outdoor ✓ Pet safe

💧 Watering

Every 3–5 days

☀️ Light

Full sun

💦 Humidity

High (60%+)

🌡️ Temperature

65–95°F (18–35°C)

🪏 Soil

Rich, well-draining soil

✨ Fertilizing

Monthly in growing season

🪴 Repotting

N/A — grown in landscape

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About Cannonball Tree

Extraordinary tropical tree with large fragrant flowers that grow directly from the trunk alongside enormous cannonball-like fruit.

Care tips

  • Flowers grow directly from the trunk — unique and spectacular
  • Fragrance is strongest at night
  • Only suitable for tropical and subtropical climates

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