Simarouba glauca

Simarouba glauca, known as the white simarouba or white silk-cotton tree, is a medium to large tree native to Central and southern Mexico, the Caribbean, and parts of Central America. This plant thrives in moist, wet environments with light to partial sun exposure, making it adaptable to various soil types including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It can grow up to 15 meters tall and is hardy in zones 9-12. While primarily recognized for its ornamental value, Simarouba glauca also has edible parts; the fruit and seeds are consumable. Its distinctive feature includes a smooth, white bark that peels off in thin layers, revealing a green inner layer.