Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apocynaceae

Genus:

Odontostephana

Species:

Odontostephana obliqua

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Vine

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Red, Purple

Native Range

United States: Alabama, District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Native to arid regions; prefers low fertility