Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Polygalaceae

Genus:

Rhinotropis

Species:

Rhinotropis heterorhyncha

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Bloom Months:

apr, may

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Yellow, Purple

Native Range

United States: California, Nevada

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid, rocky regions