Bixa Orellana Seeds – Annatto Tree Seeds for Planting

Name: Bixa Orellana Seeds – Annatto Tree Seeds for Planting
Brand: My Store
SKU: RA_DEC_25_219
Price: 16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours to improve germination

Sow the seeds in well-drained fertile soil at a shallow depth of about ¼ to ½ inch

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged during germination

Place the pot or seed bed in a warm location with indirect sunlight

Seeds usually germinate within 1 to 3 weeks under suitable conditions

How to Grow

Grow the plant in full sun to partial shade for healthy growth and flowering

Water regularly while allowing excess water to drain freely from the soil

Once established the plant becomes moderately drought tolerant

Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth

Apply organic compost periodically to support vigorous growth

Tips

Choose fertile slightly acidic to neutral soil for best results

Protect young plants from frost and cold winds

Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature

Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues

Transplant seedlings carefully to avoid root disturbance

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Product Information

Features

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Evergreen shrimp

GROWTH HABIT

Bushy

BLOOM SEASON

year-round.

FLAVOUR PROFILE

mild flavour

SUITABLE FOR

out door

About

Bixa Orellana Seeds – Annatto Tree Seeds for Planting

SEED TYPE

Botanical fruit

PLANT TYPE

Evergreen tropical

Bixa orellana, commonly known as Annatto or Achiote, is a tropical evergreen shrub to small tree grown for its ornamental flowers and distinctive red seed pods

The seeds are a natural source of annatto pigment widely used in culinary preparations, natural food colouring, and traditional applications

The plant is well suited to warm climates and adds both beauty and utility to home gardens and landscapes

Planting information

PLANTING SEASON

Spring–Summer

FRUIT SIZE

2–4.5 cm

PLANT HEIGHT

2–8 metres

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

full sun

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

HARDINESS ZONES

Tropical & subtropical

CONTAINER GARDEN

yes

PLANT SPACING

1.5–3 m

PLANTING DEPTH

0.5–1 cm

GROWING CONDITIONS

Warm climate

Coverage

Seed Count

Recommended Coverage

SEED COUNT

100

GTIN

036000191196

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