Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Celastraceae

Genus:

Salacia

Species:

Salacia forsteniana

USDA Symbol:

SAFO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded forest floors