Description
CUPANIOPSIS anacardioides Mlt. – A Hardy, Drought-Tolerant Landscape Plant
Botanical Name: CUPANIOPSIS anacardioides Mlt.
Common Name: CUPANIOPSIS
Plant Type: Evergreen Tree/Shrub
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Soil Type: Well-Drained, Sandy, Rocky Soil
Hardiness Zones: 8-11
Growth Habit: Upright, Spreading
Bloom Time: Late Spring to Summer
Mature Size: 10-30 ft. tall, 10-20 ft. wide
Why Choose CUPANIOPSIS anacardioides Mlt.?
CUPANIOPSIS anacardioides Mlt. is celebrated for exceptional drought resistance, minimal maintenance needs, and striking seasonal color. It’s ideal for sustainable landscapes and erosion control projects.
Key Features
- Drought Tolerant: Thrives with little water once established.
- Vibrant Blooms: Brightens gardens from late spring through summer.
- Low Maintenance: Minimal pruning and fertilization required.
- Wildlife Attraction: Provides habitat and food sources for pollinators.
Ideal Uses in Landscaping
Perfect for xeriscaping, wildlife gardens, erosion control, and sunny landscape designs. The elegant form also makes CUPANIOPSIS anacardioides Mlt. an excellent choice as a feature tree.
Perfect for:
- Xeriscaped gardens and drought-tolerant designs
- Windbreaks and soil stabilization
- Wildlife-friendly yards and pollinator gardens
- Low-maintenance commercial or residential landscapes
Care Instructions
- Watering: Water deeply but infrequently once established.
- Sunlight: Full sun exposure ensures best growth and blooming.
- Soil: Prefers sandy, rocky, or well-drained soils.
- Pruning: Light shaping in early spring if needed.
- Cold Tolerance: Hardy in zones 8-11, tolerates mild frosts.
