Tabernaemontana

Tabernaemontana hystrix

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Basic Information

Family: Apocynaceae

Genus: tabernaemontana

Plant ID (slug): tabernaemontana-hystrix

Numeric ID: 22247

USDA Hardiness: 10-12

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Tabernaemontana hystrix is an evergreen Tree growing to 5 m (16ft) by 5 m (16ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. America - eastern Brazil.

Habitats

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known

Detailed Information

Additional Information

Title: Tabernaemontana hystrix Tabernaemontana