Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Columelliaceae

Genus:

Desfontainia

Species:

Desfontainia spinosa

Growth Characteristics

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

red, yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to cloud forests, prefers cool, humid conditions