Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Blumea

Species:

Blumea sessiliflora

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny locations in native range