Fallugia paradoxa Apache plume (Rosaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Fallugia paradoxa
Apache plume
Deciduous shrub
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The Fallugia paradoxa plant species is found in Southwestern N. America. It is a member of the Rosaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Apache plume.

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Latin Name:  Fallugia paradoxa
Common Name:  Apache plume
Family:  Rosaceae
Author:  (D.Don.)Endl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2.5   Mature Width:  3

Habitat:  Dry sunbaked rocky hills[200].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a position in full sun in a perfectly drained soil with shelter from cold winds and protection from prolonged frosts[200], it is best grown against a south-facing wall[219]. Succeeds in a hot dry position[200]. Tolerates calcareous soils[200]. Dislikes winter wet[200]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to about -5°c if the soil is dry[200].

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