Goat Bush

Castelaerecta

Genus
Castela (KAS-tel-uh)
Species
erecta (ee-RECK-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Textured
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Red
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

San Antonio, Texas

Weslaco, Texas

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Weslaco, TX | July 2008 | positive

This shrub is also known as "Amargosa" in South Texas. It is a medicinal plant that has proven to kill parasites in the digestive system ...Read More

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