Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Krameriaceae

Genus:

Krameria

Species:

Krameria lanceolata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

Red, Purple

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid and semi-arid regions