Description
Gaertnera arenaria (also called 'Sandy Gaertnera', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 8 m tall, with a straight trunk and a rounded crown. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America, and is found in wet forests, swamps, and riverbanks.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaertnera arenaria is an evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a sandy soil. The plant prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
Where to Find Gaertnera arenaria
Gaertnera arenaria can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and India.