Wavyleaf Thoroughwort

Chromolaena sinuata

Wavyleaf Thoroughwort

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Chromolaena
Species:
Chromolaena sinuata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Subshrub
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
blue, white

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

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:
native to coastal regions with sandy soils