Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Dipterocarpaceae

Genus:

Shorea

Species:

Shorea robusta

USDA Symbol:

SHRO3

Growth Characteristics

Height:

3500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

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