Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Philydraceae

Genus:

Philydrum

Species:

Philydrum lanuginosum

Growth Characteristics

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, moisture-retentive clay or loam

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in wetlands and marshy areas