Wild Ackee (Cupania Americana) is a perennial tree in the Sapindaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Cupania americana is an evergreen tree native to Tropical America, known for its broadly spreading, rounded crown and smooth gray trunk.

Wild Ackee

Wild Ackee

Cupania Americana

Cupania americana is an evergreen tree native to Tropical America, known for its broadly spreading, rounded crown and smooth gray trunk.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:shade tree, ornamental, food source

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Ackee

Jan
Prune
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Sapindaceae
Genus:Cupania