Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Wilkesia

Species:

Wilkesia hobdyi

USDA Symbol:

WIHO3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

300 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Wildlife Benefits

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, volcanic, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Kauai's dry, rocky slopes