Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Urticaceae

Genus:

Rousselia

Species:

Rousselia humilis

USDA Symbol:

ROHU

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual | Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may,jun,jul,aug,sep

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

Belize, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Haiti, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Mexico, Puerto Rico, United States, Virgin Islands, Windward Is.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained limestone soil

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky limestone areas