Cedro Macho

Hyeronima clusioides

Native to:
Puerto Rico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Hyeronima
Species:
Hyeronima clusioides
USDA Symbol:
HYCL

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
2000 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

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 undisturbed forest soils