Campnosperma
Campnosperma brevipetiolatum
- Native to:
- Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Guam, Maluku, New Guinea, Palau, Santa Cruz Is., Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Vanuatu
R. Bijmoer, M. Scherrenberg & J. Creuwels
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Anacardiaceae
- Genus:
- Campnosperma
- Species:
- Campnosperma brevipetiolatum
- USDA Symbol:
- CABR18
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree
- Height:
- 3000 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, insects
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- prefers tropical rainforest conditions
Propagation & Germination
Pre-treatment: Seeds are soaked in water to remove any inhibitors and allow full imbibition prior to sowing. Seeds are then sown into deep flats (1X2') and covered with composted leaf mold.
Establishment: Fruits must be collected before birds consume the entire crop. Trees typically produce some fruits throughout the year. Romluw is endemic to the Caroline islands.
Source: npn.rngr.net