Rice-Paper Plant

Tetrapanax papyrifer

Native to:
China, Taiwan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Araliaceae
Genus:
Tetrapanax
Species:
Tetrapanax papyrifer
USDA Symbol:
TEPA3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
600 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to subtropical forests with high humidity