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Cordia subcordata
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Boraginaceae
- Genus:
- Cordia
- Species:
- Cordia subcordata
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree
- Height:
- 20-40 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- orange, yellow
Native Range
United States: Guam, Hawaii, Palau, U.S. Minor Outlying Islands
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Ethmia nigroapicella
Reported Fauna Sightings
Bees: Common eastern bumble bee (Bombus impatiens), Common eastern bumble bee (Bombus impatiens)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- Commonly found in coastal areas with sandy soils.
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: No pretreatment is required. However, germination can be hastened by cutting off one end of the seed capsule and soaking 12-24 hours prior to sowing.
Establishment: Seed capsules can be collected from the ground or picked from the tree once mature. Blooms throughout the year, most abundantly in the spring.
Source: npn.rngr.net