Salomonia cantoniensis

Salomonia cantoniensis

Native to:
Bangladesh, Borneo, Cambodia, Caroline Is., China, Guam, India, Jawa, Laos, Lesser Sunda Is., Malaya, Maluku, Myanmar, Nepal, New Guinea, Nicobar Is., Palau, Philippines, Sulawesi, Sumatera, Thailand, Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polygalaceae
Genus:
Salomonia
Species:
Salomonia cantoniensis
USDA Symbol:
SACA46

Growth Characteristics

Height:
15 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun,Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

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:
Prefers forested or shaded areas