Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Poaceae

Genus:

Tongpeia

Species:

Tongpeia fungosa

USDA Symbol:

BOFU

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Graminoid

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jul,aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

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 undisturbed forest floors