Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Aphragmus

Species:

Aphragmus eschscholtzianus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Purple

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Canada: British Columbia, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained alpine soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to high-altitude, cold environments