Black Mampoo (Guapira Fragrans) is a perennial shrub in the Nyctaginaceae 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.

Guapira fragrans is a shrub or small tree known commonly as Black Mampoo, reaching heights up to 6 meters with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and tannish brown bark with dark lenticels.

Black Mampoo

Black Mampoo

Guapira Fragrans

Guapira fragrans is a shrub or small tree known commonly as Black Mampoo, reaching heights up to 6 meters with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and tannish brown bark with dark lenticels.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
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
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Black Mampoo

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:Nyctaginaceae
Genus:Guapira