Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Lamiaceae

Genus:

Stenogyne

Species:

Stenogyne viridis

USDA Symbol:

STVI7

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

green, yellow-green

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

native bees

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Hawaiian forests, prefers organic matter