Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Montrichardia

Species:

Montrichardia arborescens

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, waterlogged, organic soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in swamps and marshes