Yerba De Hierro
Melasma melampyroides
- Native to:
- Argentina, Belize, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, French Guiana, Guyana, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico, Nicaragua, Panamá, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Trinidad-Tobago, Windward Is.
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Orobanchaceae
- Genus:
- Melasma
- Species:
- Melasma melampyroides
- USDA Symbol:
- ALFL2
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow, purple
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy loam soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- prefers open, sunny habitats