Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Simaroubaceae

Genus:

Leitneria

Species:

Leitneria floridana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, sandy, nutrient-rich soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Often found in wetland areas