Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bignoniaceae

Genus:

Crescentia

Species:

Crescentia portoricensis

USDA Symbol:

CRPO6

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

800 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

yellow, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bats, birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone areas