Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Mayacaceae

Genus:

Mayaca

Species:

Mayaca fluviatilis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

White, Red, Pink, Violet

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, waterlogged soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

thrives in aquatic or semi-aquatic environments