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(2/7) bixa flowers and seed pods forming
(3/7) Achiote Flowers
(4/7) Achiote Bixa How the Incas made Blood Red Chocolate
(5/7) Leaf of the Achiote Bixa
(6/7) Achiote - Bixa For Sale
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Achiote - Bixa
Bixa orellana$19.75 ($4.95-$19.75 choose a size)
When will it be in Stock?
We previously had the most to buy in Jan and Mar. With limited quantities for sale in other months. They are unlikely to be available in Jul and Aug. Remember to click above to get notified when it is available once more.
Specifications of Achiote - Bixa
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Can be pruned to 2m
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months April, May, June, July, August, September
Customer Tips & Reviews Achiote - Bixa
Achiote - Bixa
I am afraid I don't know why I like this plant...Have not grown one yet. But I collect rare/unusual/edible stuff.
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KEPERRA, QLD, Australia
Update September 2104: Bixa is an excellent tree to prune to a manageable size if you don't want it too big. I cut mine back to about half in winter and it re-shoots subsequent months to flower magnificently in autumn.----------------------------------...
