Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araceae

Genus:

Montrichardia

Species:

Montrichardia linifera

Growth Characteristics

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

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 riverbanks