Meryta macrophylla

Meryta macrophylla

Native to:
Samoa, Tonga, Wallis-Futuna Is.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Araliaceae
Genus:
Meryta
Species:
Meryta macrophylla
USDA Symbol:
MEMA16

Growth Characteristics

Height:
600 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to subtropical regions, prefers organic matter