Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Campomanesia

Species:

Campomanesia sepalifolia

Growth Characteristics

Height:

400 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

white

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, small mammals

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Typical cerrado species capable of resprouting from base after fire events. Thick bark provides some fire protection.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

30–90 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate best when fresh. Recalcitrant seeds lose viability rapidly if dried.

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