Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Verbenaceae

Genus:

Lippia

Species:

Lippia alba

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Bloom Months:

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

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Purple, Violet

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida, Puerto Rico, Texas

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy loam soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny locations