Smallflower Clermontia

Clermontia parviflora

Native to:
Hawaii

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Campanulaceae
Genus:
Clermontia
Species:
Clermontia parviflora
USDA Symbol:
CLPA8

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Tree
Height:
300 cm
Light Requirements:
Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white, greenish-white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, insects

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained volcanic soil
pH:
5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to Hawaiian forests, prefers volcanic substrates

Propagation & Germination

Pre-treatment: Cold-moist stratification for 30 days at 1–5°C (34–41°F).

Source: Claude AI