Desert Myrtlecroton

Bernardia obovata

Desert Myrtlecroton

Patrick Alexander from Las Cruces, NM

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Bernardia
Species:
Bernardia obovata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jul, aug, sep
Bloom Colors:
Yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Native Range

United States: New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
Native to arid regions; prefers rocky substrates