Sal Tree

Shorea robusta

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Dipterocarpaceae
Genus:
Shorea
Species:
Shorea robusta

Growth Characteristics

Height:
More than 40 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may
Bloom Colors:
white, yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
fertile, well-drained sandy loam
pH:
5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
good drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers deep, alluvial soil in native forests