Mexican Ebony (Cordia Elaeagnoides) is a perennial tree in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Cordia elaeagnoides is a medium to large deciduous tree native to Mexico and parts of Central America, valued for its timber and ecological importance in dry forests.
Mexican Ebony
Cordia Elaeagnoides
Cordia elaeagnoides is a medium to large deciduous tree native to Mexico and parts of Central America, valued for its timber and ecological importance in dry forests.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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