Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Goodeniaceae

Genus:

Scaevola

Species:

Scaevola procera

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

12-20 ft

Bloom Months:

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

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Hawaii

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal areas, tolerates saline conditions