Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rutaceae

Genus:

Melicope

Species:

Melicope feddei

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

White, Green

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical forest regions