Pavonia gallaensis

Pavonia gallaensis

Native to:
Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Pavonia gallaensis

Engler, Adolf, 1844-1930

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Malvaceae
Genus:
Pavonia
Species:
Pavonia gallaensis
USDA Symbol:
PAGA6

Growth Characteristics

Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun,Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate