Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Carphochaete

Species:

Carphochaete bigelovii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple

Native Range

United States: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid, rocky slopes