Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aizoaceae

Genus:

Sesuvium

Species:

Sesuvium crithmoides

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Georgia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

saline, sandy, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in coastal saline environments