Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Plant Height: | 6-12 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen Other: Leaves are somewhat smaller than those of the species. |
Fruit: | Showy |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | White |
Bloom Size: | 6"-12" |
Flower Time: | Year Round |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Resistances: | Tolerates dry shade Humidity tolerant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous Roots are poisonous Fruit is poisonous Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Offsets |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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