Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Stenostomum

Species:

Stenostomum sintenisii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Colors:

white

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained limestone soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone outcrops and rocky areas