Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Polygonaceae

Genus:

Polygonum

Species:

Polygonum lacerum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Native Range

United States: Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

moist, nutrient-rich loamy soil

Drainage:

good drainage preferred

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to wetland areas, prefers natural wetland conditions