Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Hedyotis

Species:

Hedyotis fruticulosa

USDA Symbol:

HEFR6

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun,jul

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Ground Cover:

Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

butterflies

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Found in fire-maintained pine savannas and flatwoods; resprouts after fire.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky, open areas