Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hydrocharitaceae

Genus:

Thalassia

Species:

Thalassia hemprichii

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Native Range

United States: Guam, Palau

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-rich marine substrate

pH:

7.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Commonly found in shallow coastal waters; thrives in marine environments.