Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Tiquilia

Species:

Tiquilia gossypina

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Pink

Native Range

United States: New Mexico, Texas

Keystone Species Ranking

Bee Keystone:

★☆☆☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

adapted to arid desert conditions