Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Critonia

Species:

Critonia campechensis

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

200 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white, pink, lavender

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies, moths

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily without pretreatment. Light may enhance germination.

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