Stinging Serpent

Cevallia sinuata

Stinging Serpent

CK Kelly

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Loasaceae
Genus:
Cevallia
Species:
Cevallia sinuata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov
Bloom Colors:
Orange, Yellow

Native Range

United States: Arizona, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas

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:
Commonly found in arid desert regions