Sweet Yellowcrown

Berylsimpsonia vanillosma

Native to:
Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Puerto Rico, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Berylsimpsonia
Species:
Berylsimpsonia vanillosma
USDA Symbol:
PRVA

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Vine
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers organic matter-rich environments