Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myristicaceae

Genus:

Virola

Species:

Virola theiodora

USDA Symbol:

VITH

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers undisturbed forest soils