Family: Euphorbiaceae (yoo-for-bee-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Hevea (HEE-vee-uh) (Info)
Species: brasiliensis (bra-sill-ee-EN-sis) (Info)
 2 members have or want this plant for trade.
Category:
Trees
Height:
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing:
20-30 ft. (6-9 m)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color:
Green
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer
Foliage:
Evergreen
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Soil pH requirements:
4.5 or below (very acidic)
4.6 to 5.0 (highly acidic)
Patent Information:
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods:
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting:
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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