Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Malvaceae

Genus:

Malacothamnus

Species:

Malacothamnus clementinus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

apr

Bloom Colors:

White, Violet

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Native to the Channel Islands, prefers coastal scrub habitats