Carrotwood Tree: Invasive in Florida, Check ID

Your yellowing Carrotwood (Cupaniopsis anacardioides) may be the invasive Florida species (banned in FL, listed federally). But L.A. nurseries sell a different "Carrotwood" (likely Cupaniopsis sp. or mislabeled).

Check

• Compare to FL invasive photos (link in original).
• If invasive: remove. It spreads aggressively.
• If not: yellowing = water stress (over/under), nutrient deficiency, or root issue.

Action

1. Verify species via nursery or CA Dept of Forestry.
2. If invasive: replace with native.
3. If not: soil test, adjust water, fertilize.

Common names confuse. Scientific ID is essential.