Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Argyroxiphium

Species:

Argyroxiphium grayanum

USDA Symbol:

ARGR5

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

purple, maroon

Wildlife Benefits

Caterpillars:

★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, native insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, volcanic, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to high-altitude volcanic slopes