Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Loganiaceae

Genus:

Spigelia

Species:

Spigelia alabamensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Pink

Native Range

United States: Alabama

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers shaded woodland areas