How to Grow and Care for Sandbox trees

Sandboxtree is an evergreen tree native to the tropics of the Americas. The sap of the tree is poisonous, but its wood is used for building furniture. The common name of this tree comes from its seed capsules, which were once cut in half to make small boxes that held sand for drying ink from old-fashioned pens before the invention of the modern fountain pen.

Hura polyandra is a striking tropical tree, renowned for its substantial growth and intricately lobed leaves. This tree thrives in humid, warm climates where its expansive canopy can develop. Its notable feature, the explosive seed pods, disperses seeds in a unique adaptation to ensure propagation. The bark texture and large, multi-stemmed flowers aid in the identification of this charismatic species.