Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Clusiaceae

Genus:

Garcinia

Species:

Garcinia myrtifolia

USDA Symbol:

GAMY

Growth Characteristics

Height:

800 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

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:

native to tropical regions with high humidity