Uncarina peltata

Mousetrap Tree. Tender shrub’s base swells into picturesque caudex; elevate when repotting to accentuate sculptural roots. Yellow blooms. Winter deciduous.
height 3–9ft
width 4–6ft
tolerates Heat, Pots
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
hardy
to		 30F
exposure Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
origin Madagascar
sunset
zones		 13, 23, 24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP