Carbón (Cordia Decandra) is a perennial shrub, tree in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cordia decandra is a species of woody plant in the borage family, Boraginaceae, native to Chile.

Carbón

Carbón

Cordia Decandra

Cordia decandra is a species of woody plant in the borage family, Boraginaceae, native to Chile.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carbón

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Cordia