Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Cinchona

Species:

Cinchona pubescens

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, red

Native Range

United States: Guam, Hawaii, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

4.5 - 6.5 (acidic to slightly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers humid tropical environments