Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Euphorbiaceae

Genus:

Vaupesia

Species:

Vaupesia cataractarum

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

nutrient-poor, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.0 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to riverine environments with frequent water flow