Maile
Alyxia stellata
Also known as: Alyia torresiana
Forest & Kim Starr, Biologists / Environmental Consultants, Starr Environmental
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Apocynaceae
- Genus:
- Alyxia
- Species:
- Alyxia stellata
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Vine
- Height:
- 6-8 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, sep, oct, nov, dec
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Orange, Yellow, Green
- Evergreen Shrub:
- Yes
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Hawaii
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal and dry forest areas