Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Erythroxylaceae

Genus:

Erythroxylum

Species:

Erythroxylum rotundifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate