Kalalau Valley Starviolet

Kadua tryblium

Native to:
Hawaii, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rubiaceae
Genus:
Kadua
Species:
Kadua tryblium
USDA Symbol:
HETR6

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Shrub , Vine
Height:
100 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, volcanic, nutrient-rich soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
native to Hawaiian volcanic slopes