Swamp Hornpod

Mitreola sessilifolia

Native to:
Bahamas, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Loganiaceae
Genus:
Mitreola
Species:
Mitreola sessilifolia
USDA Symbol:
MISE3

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, sandy to loamy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
often found in wetland areas