Caesalpinia coriaria | Divi Divi | 10 Seeds

Caesalpinia coriaria, commonly known as divi-divi, is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, and is especially known for its striking, wind-sculpted appearance in coastal landscapes. It typically grows 15 to 30 feet tall, with a broad, flattened crown and contorted branches shaped by constant trade winds. The tree features bipinnate compound leaves with numerous tiny leaflets, giving the foliage a feathery, delicate texture. Small, pale yellow to greenish flowers appear in dense, upright spikes, followed by distinctive curled, twisted brown seed pods rich in tannins, which have been traditionally used in leather tanning. Adapted to hot, dry climates, Caesalpinia coriaria thrives in sandy or rocky soils with excellent drainage and full sun exposure. Its drought tolerance, ornamental form, and usefulness in erosion control and revegetation make it a valuable species for arid and coastal environments. Zones 10-11 Germin