Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Wilkesia

Species:

Wilkesia gymnoxiphium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained volcanic soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Hawaiian islands, prefers volcanic slopes