Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Malvaceae

Genus:

Kokia

Species:

Kokia cookei

USDA Symbol:

KOCO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

500 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Colors:

red

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to dry lowland areas of Hawaii