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Pochote (Ceiba aesculifolia) is an evergreen tree native to Central America and northeastern Mexico, with a range extending from Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and various regions of Mexico. Pochote (Latin: Ceiba aesculifolia) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pochote is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pochote is a member native to BLZ, COS, ELS, GUA, HON, and MXC. Pochote thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various soil types, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay).
Pochote grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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