Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Violaceae

Genus:

Melicytus

Species:

Melicytus samoensis

Growth Characteristics

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained volcanic soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to volcanic islands with rich soil