Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Zygophyllaceae

Genus:

Bulnesia

Species:

Bulnesia sarmienti

USDA Symbol:

BUSA6

Growth Characteristics

Height:

2000 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

sep,oct,nov

Bloom Colors:

white, cream

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, drought-tolerant

Propagation & Germination

Scarification:

Seed coat scarification required before sowing

Germination Time:

14–60 days

Notes:

Hard seed coat requires scarification. Seeds are recalcitrant and lose viability quickly; fresh seed is recommended.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI