Blind-your-eye Mangrove (Excoecaria Agallocha) is a perennial tree in the Euphorbiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires very high watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Excoecaria agallocha is a mangrove species known for its toxic sap and medicinal properties.

Blind-your-eye Mangrove

Blind-your-eye Mangrove

Excoecaria Agallocha

Excoecaria agallocha is a mangrove species known for its toxic sap and medicinal properties.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
very high
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, muddy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, habitat creation, screening

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blind-your-eye Mangrove

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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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Blind-your-eye Mangrove
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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Excoecaria