Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Styracaceae

Genus:

Pterostyrax

Species:

Pterostyrax hispidus

Growth Characteristics

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to forested areas with ample organic matter