Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Krameriaceae

Genus:

Krameria

Species:

Krameria erecta

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr

Bloom Colors:

Purple

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Utah

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

thrives in arid desert environments