Tropicals & Tender Perennials: Information about Pentagonia grandiflora, 1 by palmdoctor

palmdoctor wrote:
Hi, folks. I'm Paul, of the web-site, http://www.thewisegardener.com and I was wondering if anyone out there who enjoys growing "unusual" tropicals has any experience growing (or has information about) an Equadorian tree: the lushly foliaged, Pentagonia grandiflora. I purchased one from Steve, @ PCT Nursery, in Hawaii and really didn't know too much about it other than it has bold, almost Magnolia-like foliage. It is supposed to feature, in addition, a large scented white flower, and a plumlike fruit.

I am kind of wondering its: minimum cold temperature tolerance, and its mature height. I checked all my tropical gardening books, and did several internet searches and unfortunately, came up with a "big zero" about this intriguing tree. I thank you, in advance, for shedding any additional light about the Pentagonia grandiflora. Have a great 2005 everyone. It's a pleasure for me to read the threads of Dave's Garden members. You all seem to be a wonderful "family" of gardeners!