Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Myrtaceae

Genus:

Eugenia

Species:

Eugenia woodburyana

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:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy to rocky soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone hills and ridges