Rapatea muaju Apocynaceae This species enjoys nearly full

This species enjoys nearly full sunlight

Humidity: High (50-80%)

It is distinguished by the inflorescence that is single flowered instead of racemose

Water when top inch of soil feels dry

It grows best in a well-draining medium bark mix or mounted on cork

Rapatea muaju Apocynaceae This species enjoys nearly fullIt is a small tree or shrub with a single trunk, growing up to 5 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of South America, and is found in the Amazon basin and the Guianas. It prefers moist, shady habitats. Rapatea muaju is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock, its flowers are white and bell shaped, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and spindly.