Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Malvaceae

Genus:

Sterculia

Species:

Sterculia palauensis

USDA Symbol:

STPA20

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

2000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun,Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical forest regions