Family: Rubiaceae

High Risk Traits:

• Thrives in tropical climates
  
• Shade-tolerant
  
• Possibly toxic (unverified)

Low Risk Traits:

• No reports of naturalization, invasiveness, or negative impacts have been documented
  
• Unarmed (no spines, thorns, or burrs)
  
• Landscaping and ornamental value
  
• Showy flowers
  
• Limited or no seed production in cultivation
  
• Slow growth rate