Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Verbenaceae

Genus:

Citharexylum

Species:

Citharexylum berlandieri

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Bloom Months:

feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Texas

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy loam soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky, limestone-rich areas