Beach Shieldpod

Dithyrea maritima

Beach Shieldpod

Mike Baird from Morro Bay, USA

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Dithyrea
Species:
Dithyrea maritima

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun
Bloom Colors:
White, Purple
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to coastal dunes and sandy areas