Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Commelinaceae

Genus:

Palisota

Species:

Palisota bracteosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded, humid forest floors