Jojoba
Simmondsia chinensis
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Simmondsiaceae
- Genus:
- Simmondsia
- Species:
- Simmondsia chinensis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub
- Height:
- 12-20 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, dec
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Evergreen Shrub:
- Yes
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Arizona, California, Utah
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Electra buckmoth (Hemileuca electra), Epinotia kasloana
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in arid desert conditions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are soaked in water for 24 to 48 hours to remove any inhibitors and allow full imbibition of seeds prior to sowing.
Source: npn.rngr.net