Durian

Durio zibethinus

Durian

Creator:Hoola Van Nooten (fl 1863-1885),

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Durio
Species:
Durio zibethinus

Growth Characteristics

Height:
More than 40 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
white, yellow
Food Forest:
Plant contains edible parts

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.0 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers deep, fertile soils with high organic matter