Marantochloa

Marantochloa ramosissima

Native to:
Cameroon, Central African Republic, Gulf of Guinea Is., Ivory Coast, Nigeria

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Marantaceae
Genus:
Marantochloa
Species:
Marantochloa ramosissima
USDA Symbol:
MARA10

Growth Characteristics

Height:
300 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers humid tropical environments