Eke Silversword
Argyroxiphium caliginis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Argyroxiphium
- Species:
- Argyroxiphium caliginis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub
- Height:
- 3-4 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, oct, nov, dec
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Red, Yellow
Native Range
United States: Hawaii
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, volcanic, well-drained soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- moderately moist
- Notes:
- native to high elevation volcanic slopes