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Comandra umbellata

Also Known As

  • Bastard Toadflax

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 9"-12"
  • W: 9"-12"

planting zones

  • 2a-12

Comandra umbellata plant details

Comandra umbellata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Comandra umbellata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: santalaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 9 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Comandra umbellata

USDA Zones: 2a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Comandra umbellata plant

How to Grow Comandra umbellata

  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Fruit

    • green
    • brown
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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