Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Geraniaceae

Genus:

Geranium

Species:

Geranium arboreum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec

Bloom Colors:

Red

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:

★★★☆☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, volcanic, rocky soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Hawaiian volcanic slopes