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Lg. Annatto Lipstick Tree (bixa orellana)

$45.99

Annatto Lipstick Tree, Bixa orellana, is a striking tropical tree treasured for both its beauty and its vibrant natural dye. Showy clusters of soft pink flowers bloom against lush green foliage, soon giving way to truly unusual fuzzy seed pods that look almost unreal as they mature.
When ripe, the pods split open to reveal numerous small, hard, bright red seeds. Once ground, these seeds produce a brilliant deep reddish-orange color known as annatto. Often described as the tropics’ answer to saffron, annatto has long been used to color foods, cosmetics, and traditional preparations.
Prized for its dye and medicinal uses, Bixa orellana has been cultivated and utilized by indigenous peoples for centuries. The tree thrives in USDA Zones 10 to 12, preferring warm, frost-free climates with full sun. With its ornamental flowers, distinctive fruit, and rich cultural history, the Annatto Lipstick Tree is both visually captivating and historically significant in tropical landscapes.

Pot Size: 2x7" Deep Root Cone
The Best Plants:  USA Born & Raised.
The item you are purchasing is the exact variety shown in the photos gallery. Plants are well rooted and ready to plant, See pot size above and care guide below. Patio growing outside recommended zones? Bring indoors before frost. (size & variegation will vary.)

5 in stock

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