Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Meliaceae

Genus:

Azadirachta

Species:

Azadirachta indica

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

More than 40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

pH:

6.2 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers arid to semi-arid conditions