Para Piassava

Leopoldinia piassaba

Native to:
Brazil, Colombia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Arecaceae
Genus:
Leopoldinia
Species:
Leopoldinia piassaba
USDA Symbol:
LEPI11

Growth Characteristics

Height:
1500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
cream, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
Commonly found in swampy areas