Hydrophylax maritima

Hydrophylax maritima

Native to:
Andaman Is., Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rubiaceae
Genus:
Hydrophylax
Species:
Hydrophylax maritima
USDA Symbol:
HYMA9

Growth Characteristics

Height:
30 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Garden & Ecology Notes

Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, saline, well-drained soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found in coastal regions