Outdoor, full sun
Lignum Vitae Tree
A slow evergreen tree with a dense crown of small leaves and blue flowers. Full sun; it tolerates salt, so it suits coastal gardens.
AED 3,100each
Prices include 5% VAT.
Options
Quantity
- Lignum Vitae Tree × 1
- AED 3,100
- Total
- AED 3,100
Free delivery in Dubai over AED 199.
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Next-day delivery in Dubai, free over AED 199 (AED 30 below). Outside Dubai: Sharjah AED 100, other emirates AED 200. Fees include VAT
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- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in the first summer, then every 4–6 days once established; less in winter
- Where
- Outdoor
Why people love it
- Slow, salt-tolerant tree with blue flowers and dense wood.
- It tolerates heat and sea air well.
- It keeps a neat rounded shape.
- It makes a long-term feature tree.
Worth knowing
- The ASPCA does not list it, so check with a vet if you have pets.
- Hard dense wood forms very slowly, adding only a few centimeters yearly.
- Seed capsules and leaves drop and need clearing.
- It dislikes waterlogged or heavy soil.
About this plant
Lignum vitae is a slow-growing evergreen tree with a dense, rounded crown of small, leathery compound leaves. Guaiacum officinale is native to the Caribbean and the northern coast of South America, where it is known for having one of the hardest, densest woods in the world. It produces clusters of sky-blue to violet flowers, followed by small yellow-orange seed pods.
In Dubai it is a good fit for coastal and sunny gardens. It tolerates heat, full sun and salt spray well, and once established it is reasonably drought tolerant. Growth is slow, so it keeps its shape for years without much pruning. It dislikes waterlogged soil and can sulk in exposed inland sites during cold winter nights.
This is a specimen tree for villa gardens, entrance courtyards and beachfront properties where a compact, long-lived flowering tree is wanted. We offer it as a single established specimen, sized for planting as a focal point.
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Every 2–3 days in the first summer, then every 4–6 days once established; less in winter
- AC
- Keep it 1 metre from vents
- Pets
- Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Lignum Vitae and Guaiacum officinale).
Why Green Beetle, Not a Nursery
What changes when you buy here instead of collecting from a nursery.
| Compare | Plant Nursery | Green Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Plant quality | Grown outdoors, stressed indoors | Acclimatized for Dubai interiors |
| Before dispatch | Not checked | Checked for damage |
| Repotting | Needed straight away | Fresh soil, not needed |
| Delivery | You collect | Delivered, packed properly |
| After-care | None | WhatsApp help from our team |
Every plant is checked at our shop in Warsan 3 before it is dispatched. Questions about Lignum Vitae Tree? Message us on WhatsApp.
Care Guide for Dubai Homes
How to keep Lignum Vitae Tree healthy through the Dubai year.
Light
Full sun. Keep it out of harsh direct afternoon sun in summer.
Watering
Every 2–3 days in the first summer, then every 4–6 days once established; less in winter. Water when the top 2 to 3 cm of soil feels dry, empty the saucer afterwards, and check the soil before you water: AC slows how fast the plant uses water.
Care notes
Soil: sandy, well-draining soil; tolerates poor and slightly saline soils. Feeding: a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring and early autumn. Common mistake: expecting fast growth and overfeeding, which gives weak growth on a naturally slow tree. Where it works: villa gardens, courtyards and coastal properties as a focal tree.
AC and air flow
Keep it at least 1 metre from AC vents. Cold air blowing straight onto the leaves dries the edges.
Cleaning the leaves
Dust settles quickly in Dubai homes. Wipe the leaves with a damp cloth every few weeks so they keep taking in light.
Feeding and repotting
Feed once a month from March to October. Repot every 2 years into a pot one size up, or book a Plant Doctor visit and we do it for you.
Pets
Not listed in the ASPCA database (checked under Lignum Vitae and Guaiacum officinale). Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need Help Later On?
Book a Plant Doctor visit: our team checks the plant, changes the soil, feeds, prunes and cleans it, and shows you how to keep it healthy.
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Lignum Vitae Tree FAQs
Does Lignum Vitae grow well in Dubai?
Yes. It handles heat, full sun and salt spray well, which makes it a good choice for coastal gardens.
How fast does it grow?
Very slowly. It keeps a compact, rounded shape for many years.
When does it flower?
It flowers mainly in spring, with smaller flushes later in the year, producing blue to violet blossoms.
Is Lignum Vitae toxic to pets?
It is not listed in the ASPCA database. Check with your vet if you have pets.
Need 10 or more for an office, hotel or restaurant?
We install and maintain them too, with one written quote.