Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Broadleaf Evergreen
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Mexico, Central America, South America
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
it is a type of oleander
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
coastal environs, disturbed sites, old gardens, open Woodlands, Pastures, Roadsides, Waste areas, waterways
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
9-15
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
21,22
Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
Yellow, Light Yellow, Peach
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Red, Green, Black
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Dark Green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Long Narrow
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun
Type of Soil
Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring
Indeterminate
Tolerances
-
Pollution, Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
Needs watering once a week, Water Deeply
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Prune to stimulate growth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
fertilize in spring, slow-release fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Bacteria, fungus, Insects
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought, Pollution, Salt
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Fine
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
-
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Phytodermatitis, Toxic
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
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Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
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Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
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Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Whole plant
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
For making oil, Used as Ornamental plant
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Mixed Border, Screening, Wind Break, Shade Trees, Street Trees, Topiary, Bonsai, Espalier, Tropical
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
THEVETIA peruviana
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Yellow Oleander, Lucky Nut
In German
Pekannuss
Gelbe Oleander
In French
Pacanier
Oleander Jaune
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Oleander amarillo
In Greek
Pecan
κίτρινη πικροδάφνη
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Oleander amarelo
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
żółta Oleander
In Latin
Pecan
Yellow haurit Cleander
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Gentianales
Family
Juglandaceae
Apocynaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Cascabela
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
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Season and Care of Pecan and Yellow Oleander
Season and care of Pecan and Yellow Oleander is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Yellow Oleander Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Yellow Oleander season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Yellow Oleander is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Yellow Oleander is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Yellow Oleander Physical Information
Pecan and Yellow Oleander physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Yellow Oleander height is 240.00 cm and width 240.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Yellow Oleander are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Yellow Oleander
Care of Pecan and Yellow Oleander include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Yellow Oleander pruning is done Prune to stimulate growth and Remove dead branches. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Yellow Oleander needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.