Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Nyctaginaceae

Genus:

Boerhavia

Species:

Boerhavia spicata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink

Native Range

United States: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Utah

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:

adapted to arid and semi-arid regions