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Calycophyllum candidissimum

Native to:
Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panamá

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rubiaceae
Genus:
Calycophyllum
Species:
Calycophyllum candidissimum
USDA Symbol:
CACA73

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
2000 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, bees
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

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds are small and require light for germination; surface sow and keep moist.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI