Seeds from Abronia fragrans or Snowball Sand Verbenais A Perennial growing to 2ft by 3ft. Flowering from June to August. The flowers are hermaphrodite have both male and female organs. The plant prefers sandy and loamy soils to acquire a well drained soil. They can not grow in the shade and can tolerate drought. Use of the root was said by some North American Indian tribes to give one a good appetite and make them fat. Zones 5 to 8.