Pachira aquatica

Water Chestnut, Guiana Chestnut, Wild Cocoa, Provision Tree

Family: Bombacaceae Bombax


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Specimen
Height 15' to 60' / 4.60m to 18.20m
Spread 20' to 50' / 6.00m to 15.20m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Native to North America