Phytolacca dioica

Ombu, Bella Sombra

Family: Phytolaccaceae Pokeweed


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, screen, specimen
Height 30' to 45' / 9.20m to 13.80m
Spread 20' to 30' / 6.00m to 9.20m
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Black
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Oval, pyramidal