Fresh Gliricidia Maculata Madre de Cacao Seeds for Planting

Bring a versatile and hardy tree to your garden or landscape with Gliricidia maculata seeds. Known as Madre de Cacao, these seeds grow into fast-growing, perennial trees with lush green foliage and fragrant clusters of pinkish-purple flowers. Ideal for ornamental planting, shade, or hedges, Gliricidia maculata adds beauty, greenery, and ecological benefits to any outdoor space.

Features & Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Gliricidia maculata

• Seed Type: Fresh, premium quality

• Bloom Color: Pinkish-purple

• Plant Type: Perennial flowering tree

• Plant Height: 15–30 feet (4.5–9 m)

• Flowering Season: Spring to summer

• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Preference: Well-draining, soil

• Uses: Garden planting, ornamental trees, hedges, shade trees

• Hardiness Zones: USDA 9–11

Planting & Sowing Instructions:

1. Sowing: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours to improve germination. Sow seeds in pots or trays with moist, well-draining soil.

2. Depth: Plant seeds 1–2 cm deep.

3. Temperature: Maintain soil at 22–28°C (72–82°F) for optimal germination.

4. Germination: Seeds typically sprout in 1–3 weeks under proper conditions.

5. Transplanting: Move seedlings into garden beds or landscape once strong enough, spacing 6–10 feet apart to accommodate mature growth.

6. Care: Water moderately and provide full sun to partial shade. Prune to shape and remove dead or weak branches as needed.