Hawai'I Pilo Kea 🛑 Endangered

Melicope remyi

Native to:
Hawaii, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rutaceae
Genus:
Melicope
Species:
Melicope remyi
USDA Symbol:
PLRE4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
800 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to Hawaiian forests, prefers organic matter