Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Urticaceae

Genus:

Hesperocnide

Species:

Hesperocnide tenella

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

2-3 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

feb, mar, apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Green

Native Range

United States: California, Nevada

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky outcrops and slopes