Mudmats

Glossostigma diandrum

Native to:
Australia, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Chad, India, Kenya, Mali, Niger, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Vietnam

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Phrymaceae
Genus:
Glossostigma
Species:
Glossostigma diandrum
USDA Symbol:
GLDI

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual | Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
3 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun,Part Shade
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white
Ground Cover:
Yes

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 shallow water or damp conditions