Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Euphorbiaceae

Genus:

Manihot

Species:

Manihot catingae

USDA Symbol:

MACA20

Growth Characteristics

Height:

400 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

yellow, green

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts from woody rootstock after fire or cutting, typical of caatinga-adapted Manihot species.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, drought-tolerant