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Achiote - Bixa

Bixa orellana
Also known as Annatto or the Lipstick tree, originates from South America and has spread in popularity to many parts of Asia. It is very popular in Philippine cooking. Grows and a dense small tree or shrub. The heart shaped fruits are brown or reddish bro... Read More
Other Names: Annatto, Lipstick tree

$19.75 ($4.95-$19.75 choose a size)

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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

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Achiote - Bixa Reviews & Tips

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Elsa
★★★★★ 2y ago

OAKHURST, QLD, Australia

Achiote - Bixa

William
★★★★★ 2y ago

GLENWOOD, QLD, Australia

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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Amethyst
★★★ 13y ago

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.----------------------------------...

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