| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Shrub |
| Life cycle: | Annual |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) Zone 13 +15.6 °C (60 °F) to +21.1 °C (70 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 6a |
| Leaves: | Good fall color |
| Flowers: | Nocturnal |
| Flower Time: | Late winter and early spring Late spring or early summer Late fall or early winter Year Round |
| Underground structures: | Rhizome |
| Suitable Locations: | Espalier |
| Uses: | Guardian plant |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Birds |
| Resistances: | Gophers/Voles |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Layering |
| Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years |
| Miscellaneous: | Thorned: 61719PP |
| Conservation status: | Endangered (EN) |
