Is Palo Brea safe for pets?

Yes, Palo Brea (Pseudobombax Palmeri) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Palo Brea easy to care for?

Palo Brea has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires low watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Palo Brea grow indoors?

Palo Brea is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Palo Brea (Pseudobombax Palmeri) is a perennial tree in the Malvaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Pseudobombax palmeri is a semi-succulent tree native to Mexico, known for its thick trunk and branches and ability to thrive in seasonally dry tropical climates.

Last updated: February 2026

Palo Brea

Pseudobombax Palmeri

Pseudobombax palmeri is a semi-succulent tree native to Mexico, known for its thick trunk and branches and ability to thrive in seasonally dry tropical climates.

Quick Facts

Type

tree

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Low

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

9-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Palo Brea

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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Malvaceae

Genus:Pseudobombax