Boerhavia tetrandra
Boerhavia tetrandra
- Native to:
- Australia, Cook Is., Fiji, Gilbert Is., Howland-Baker Is., Line Is., Marcus I., Marshall Is., Norfolk Is., Phoenix Is., Pitcairn Is., Samoa, Society Is., Tokelau-Manihiki, Tuamotu, Tubuai Is., Tuvalu
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Nyctaginaceae
- Genus:
- Boerhavia
- Species:
- Boerhavia tetrandra
- USDA Symbol:
- BOTE11
Growth Characteristics
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- butterflies, native bees
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid and semi-arid regions
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- None required
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily with warm temperatures and moisture. Often germinates after summer monsoon rains in native habitat.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI