Merrilliodendron megacarpum
Merrilliodendron megacarpum
- Native to:
- Bismarck Archipelago, Caroline Is., Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Marianas, New Guinea, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Philippines, Santa Cruz Is., Solomon Is., Sulawesi, Vanuatu
Halenhardy
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Icacinaceae
- Genus:
- Merrilliodendron
- Species:
- Merrilliodendron megacarpum
- USDA Symbol:
- MEME12
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 1500 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Wildlife Benefits
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
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