Virola
Virola calophylla
- Native to:
- Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Guyana, Peru, Suriname
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew,Horsley, Stephen B,Schipp, William A,Klug, Guillermo,author
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Myristicaceae
- Genus:
- Virola
- Species:
- Virola calophylla
- USDA Symbol:
- VICA15
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 3000 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, mammals
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- thrives in tropical rainforest conditions