Nodding Madia

Harmonia nutans

Nodding Madia

(c) Don Loarie, some rights reserved (CC BY)

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Harmonia
Species:
Harmonia nutans

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr, may, jun
Bloom Colors:
Yellow

Native Range

United States: California

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 sandy coastal areas