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Kau Silversword, Mauna Loa Silversword

Argyroxiphiumkauense

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Argyroxiphium kauense by Metrosideros
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Argyroxiphium (ar-gy-roh-ZIF-ee-um)
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Species
kauense (kau-EN-see)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Red
Pale Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Water Requirements
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Bronze
Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
Regional
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