Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Convolvulaceae

Genus:

Cressa

Species:

Cressa truxillensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jun, sep

Bloom Colors:

white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

7.0 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

commonly found in arid and semi-arid regions