Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hydrophyllaceae

Genus:

Nama

Species:

Nama sandwicense

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

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

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink, Yellow, Blue, Purple

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Guam, Hawaii, U.S. Minor Outlying Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Hawaiian coastal and lowland dry areas