Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Diapensiaceae

Genus:

Pyxidanthera

Species:

Pyxidanthera brevifolia

USDA Symbol:

PYBR

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Ground Cover:

Yes

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Reported Fauna Sightings

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, acidic, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

4.5 - 5.5 (strongly acidic)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to pine barrens with poor fertility