Hesperaloe nocturna
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Basic Information
Family: Agavaceae
Genus: hesperaloe
Plant ID (slug): hesperaloe-nocturna
Numeric ID: 23643
USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Hesperaloe nocturna is an evergreen Perennial growing to 1.8 m (6ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in leaf all year, in flower from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
N. America - north-eastern Mexico.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Hesperaloe nocturna
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