Melodinus insularis
Melodinus insularis
Melodinus
Apocynaceae
Tropical Plants
Zone 5–9
🐾 Pet-Safe
This extremely rare Caroline Islands shrub requires specialized tropical conditions with high humidity and protection from direct sunlight. It needs expert care with consistent moisture and warm temperatures year-round. Not available commercially and suitable only for advanced botanical collectors.
Care Requirements
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
48″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly To Maintain Consistently Moist But Well-Draining Soil
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Caroline Is.
Sources
Data: trefle
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Available From (0)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.