Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Loeflingia

Species:

Loeflingia squarrosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arkansas, Arizona, California, Kansas, Nebraska, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

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:

commonly found in arid, open habitats