Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asparagaceae

Genus:

Nolina

Species:

Nolina texana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White, Green

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and arid regions