Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Macranthera

Species:

Macranthera flammea

USDA Symbol:

MAFL4

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Biennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

300 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

orange, red

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

hummingbirds, bees

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments