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2 species of Cussonia growing well in Florida; C. sphaerocephala and zuluensis

Eric in Orlando

By Eric in Orlando
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Here are 2 species Cussonia that I have found to survive and grow in central Florida, Cussonia sphaerocephala and C. zuluensis. In the past I have tried Cussonia paniculata and C. spicata. Neither liked our humid, rainy summers. Even when planted in raised beds with rocky, well drained soil.

Seed for both came from rarepalmseeds. I have 3 of each planted in diferent locations here at Leu Gardens, in sun and shade and they grow well in either.

Cussonia sphaerocepala, Forest Cabbage Tree, is native to Natal, South Africa. It is one of the largest species of Cussonia reaching 40-60ft tall in habitat.

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Eric

Orlando, FL

zone 9b/10a

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Cussonia zuluensis is native to Mozambique and South Africa. It is a smaller tree growing 15-20ft.

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Orlando, FL

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Have you tried Cussonia natalensis? I grew a couple of Cussonia from seed, but only the Zuluensis flourished here in Durban, KZN (sounds a similar climate to yours)

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Have you tried Cussonia natalensis? I grew a couple of Cussonia from seed, but only the Zuluensis flourished here in Durban, KZN (sounds a similar climate to yours)

No, haven't tried that one yet. I will be on the look for seed now!

Eric

Orlando, FL

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Didn't realize these were difficult in Florida… is it the cold or dampness?

It is the heavy summer rains and humidity. I have heard this from others that have tried to grow C. paniculata and C. spissa in FL.

Eric

Orlando, FL

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Very exotic looking tree, they're not deciduous are they? Ed

No, they are evergreen, members of the Araliaceae family.

Eric

Orlando, FL

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Rarepalmseeds.com is the seed source

Eric

Orlando, FL

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Rarepalmseeds.com is the seed source

Oh thanks. I checked them but didn't see the zulensis. They must be out right now. I'll keep checking.

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