Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Campanulaceae

Genus:

Brighamia

Species:

Brighamia insignis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained volcanic soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to steep, wind-swept cliffs of Hawaii