Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Malvaceae

Genus:

Clappertonia

Species:

Clappertonia polyandra

USDA Symbol:

CLPO8

Growth Characteristics

Height:

300 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

yellow

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 fertile soils in native range