Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Talinaceae

Genus:

Talinum

Species:

Talinum paniculatum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, red

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Texas, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers nutrient-poor conditions