Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Argyroxiphium

Species:

Argyroxiphium caliginis

USDA Symbol:

ARCA22

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

200 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

purple, maroon

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

native insects, endemic pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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