Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Leptopetalum

Species:

Leptopetalum foetidum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions with poor soil