Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Martyniaceae

Genus:

Proboscidea

Species:

Proboscidea althaeifolia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Orange, Yellow

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid desert regions