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Calycophyllum candidissimum
- Native to:
- Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panamá, Venezuela
Photo by David J. Stang
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Rubiaceae
- Genus:
- Calycophyllum
- Species:
- Calycophyllum candidissimum
- USDA Symbol:
- CACA73
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree
- Height:
- 3000 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds, butterflies
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, fertile, sandy loam
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers areas with seasonal rainfall