Brittlestem
Mabrya acerifolia
DeLange family
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Plantaginaceae
- Genus:
- Mabrya
- Species:
- Mabrya acerifolia
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Vine
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- feb, mar, apr, may
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Arizona
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, calcareous soil
- pH:
- 6.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to rocky outcrops and cliffs