Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteliaceae

Genus:

Astelia

Species:

Astelia waialealae

USDA Symbol:

ASWA4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

greenish-white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to high-altitude Hawaiian regions