Aninga
Montrichardia linifera
- Native to:
- Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Araceae
- Genus:
- Montrichardia
- Species:
- Montrichardia linifera
- USDA Symbol:
- MOLI7
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 800 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Colors:
- white, cream
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, fish, aquatic fauna
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
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