Yoco

Paullinia yoco

Native to:
Colombia, Peru

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Sapindaceae
Genus:
Paullinia
Species:
Paullinia yoco
USDA Symbol:
PAYO

Growth Characteristics

Height:
2500 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to Amazon rainforest understory