Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Polygonaceae

Genus:

Rumex

Species:

Rumex skottsbergii

USDA Symbol:

RUSK

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

100 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

greenish

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor volcanic soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to volcanic regions with sparse vegetation