Geniostoma micranthum

Geniostoma rupestre var. glaberrimum

Native to:
Caroline Is., Fiji, Marianas, New Caledonia, Niue, Pitcairn Is., Samoa, Santa Cruz Is., Society Is., Solomon Is., Tonga, Tubuai Is., Vanuatu, Wallis-Futuna Is.

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Loganiaceae
Genus:
Geniostoma
Species:
Geniostoma rupestre var. glaberrimum
USDA Symbol:
GEMI6

Growth Characteristics

Height:
600 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct,nov,dec
Bloom Colors:
white, cream
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Fragrant:
Yes

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 shaded or semi-shaded areas