Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteliaceae

Genus:

Astelia

Species:

Astelia waialealae

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

Purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to high-altitude Hawaiian regions