Palo Blanco

Allophylus crassinervis

Native to:
Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Puerto Rico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Sapindaceae
Genus:
Allophylus
Species:
Allophylus crassinervis
USDA Symbol:
ALCR9

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white, cream
Evergreen Shrub:
Yes
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist