Pringle's Swallow-Wort

Metastelma pringlei

Native to:
Mexico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apocynaceae
Genus:
Metastelma
Species:
Metastelma pringlei
USDA Symbol:
CYPR11

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Vine
Height:
200 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Obscure Sphinx (Erinnyis obscura)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
butterflies

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers rocky substrates