Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Cordia

Species:

Cordia sulcata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers coastal and dry forest regions