Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Linderniaceae

Genus:

Lindernia

Species:

Lindernia grandiflora

USDA Symbol:

LIGR8

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

blue, violet, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, moist, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers wetland or marshy conditions