Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Mitracarpus

Species:

Mitracarpus polycladus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: Puerto Rico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid, rocky environments