Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Ophiorrhiza

Species:

Ophiorrhiza palauensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Shrub

Light Requirements:

Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forested areas in Palau