Family: Hernandiaceae

Jack in the box is a medium-sized tree with a round crown densely packed with leaves. This fast-growing tree is drought tolerant once established. It makes a perfect street tree near the ocean.

A native of the Mariana Islands, the seeds are dispersed by the Mariana flying fox. It is traditionally used for fishing implements, firewood, and medicine.

Plant Uses:

• Aquatic plant
• Erosion control
• Medicinal
• Ornamental
• Privacy / screening
• Specimen

Plant Dangers:

• No dangers