Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Brassicaceae

Genus:

Dryopetalon

Species:

Dryopetalon auriculatum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Biennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple

Native Range

United States: Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid, rocky environments