Dendrocnide latifolia

Dendrocnide latifolia

Native to:
Caroline Is., Federated States of Micronesia, Marianas, New Caledonia, Northern Mariana Islands, Solomon Is., Vanuatu

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Urticaceae
Genus:
Dendrocnide
Species:
Dendrocnide latifolia
USDA Symbol:
DELA13

Growth Characteristics

Height:
1500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
greenish

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

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:
prefers forested areas with organic matter