Family: Rubiaceae

High Risk Traits:

• Native to tropical regions (Cuba, Panama, Mexico)
  
• Widely introduced as an ornamental (Hawaii, Thailand, Florida)
  
• Tolerates a wide range of well-drained soils
  
• Produces viable seeds
  
• Intentionally dispersed by people (ornamental trade)
  
• Prolific seed production possible (numerous small seeds)

Low Risk Traits:

• No evidence of naturalization or weediness
  
• No spines, thorns, or burrs
  
• Non-toxic (animals and humans)
  
• No vegetative spread in the wild
  
• Not adapted for bird or animal dispersal
  
• No persistent seed bank known
  
• Difficult to grow (slow growth)