Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myricaceae

Genus:

Myrica

Species:

Myrica faya

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

green

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

acidic, volcanic, well-drained soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to volcanic regions with high organic matter