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How to Grow and Care for Xylocarpus

Xylocarpus requires a well-drained, saline-tolerant soil and regular watering, especially in dry periods. Ensure it's planted in a coastal or estuarine environment to mimic its natural habitat. Special care points include protecting the plant from frost and ensuring adequate saltwater access. Regular monitoring and maintenance are essential for optimal growth.

Watering schedule: Every 2-3 weeks

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Planting and Growing Xylocarpus

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2-3 weeks

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Types of Xylocarpus

Cannon ball tree

The cannon ball tree grows in intertidal and estuarine environments across the Eastern Hemisphere's tropics. The fruits form into the eponymous 'cannon ball' shape, and may weigh up to 3 kg when ripe. They fall to the ground and shatter, allowing their collection of large seeds to root or float away to new locations. Cannon ball tree wood is valuable timber and the bark is used for tanning and toughening fishing nets.

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