Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Linderniaceae

Genus:

Lindernia

Species:

Lindernia monticola

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Blue

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina

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:

prefers habitats near streams or wetlands