Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rutaceae

Genus:

Pilocarpus

Species:

Pilocarpus jaborandi

Growth Characteristics

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to tropical rainforest regions