Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Caryophyllaceae

Genus:

Schiedea

Species:

Schiedea haleakalensis

USDA Symbol:

SCHA4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

white, green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

native insects

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

endemic to high elevations on Haleakalā, Maui