Anena
Boerhavia repens
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Nyctaginaceae
- Genus:
- Boerhavia
- Species:
- Boerhavia repens
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov, dec
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Pink
Native Range
United States: Guam, Hawaii, U.S. Minor Outlying Islands
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Megalorhipida defectalis
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- often found in coastal and arid regions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: For cuttings, work in a shady area, use clean pots, cut plants into desired lengths, place about 3 strands in each pot, fill the rest of the pot with potting mix. For seeds, place seeds in a 24 hour water soak.
Establishment: Alena is indigenous to Hawai'i and can be collected from coastal sites or from any site where it is abundant. The success rate for cuttings is usually not 100% but more like 75-80%. No specific germination rate for seeds was provided.
Source: npn.rngr.net