Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Araliaceae

Genus:

Heptapleurum

Species:

Heptapleurum arboricola

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

greenish-yellow, yellow

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to subtropical and tropical regions