Borneo Camphor

Dryobalanops aromatica

Native to:
Borneo, Malaya, Sumatera

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Dipterocarpaceae
Genus:
Dryobalanops
Species:
Dryobalanops aromatica
USDA Symbol:
DRAR9

Growth Characteristics

Height:
6500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers primary lowland tropical forests