Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rhizophoraceae

Genus:

Ceriops

Species:

Ceriops tagal

Growth Characteristics

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

white, yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

saline, sandy, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in mangrove ecosystems