Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Corispermum

Species:

Corispermum villosum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

Green

Native Range

United States: Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, New Mexico, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Common in sandy dunes and dry riverbeds