Violet Tree

Phlebotaenia cowellii

Native to:
Puerto Rico

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polygalaceae
Genus:
Phlebotaenia
Species:
Phlebotaenia cowellii
USDA Symbol:
POCO5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to specific microhabitats, sensitive to soil changes