Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Apodanthaceae

Genus:

Pilostyles

Species:

Pilostyles thurberi

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, dec

Bloom Colors:

Brown

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

poor, sandy, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

parasitic plant, relies on host plant