Arborescente Rattan

Polystemma guatemalense

Native to:
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apocynaceae
Genus:
Polystemma
Species:
Polystemma guatemalense
USDA Symbol:
MAQU2

Growth Characteristics

Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to tropical regions, prefers organic matter