Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Elaeocarpaceae

Genus:

Elaeocarpus

Species:

Elaeocarpus joga

Growth Characteristics

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments