Davidson's Wavewing

Cymopterus davidsonii

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Cymopterus
Species:
Cymopterus davidsonii
USDA Symbol:
PTDA

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
15 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
yellow, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
small mammals
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained sandy soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
adapted to arid, rocky environments

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–42 days
Notes:
Seeds may require cold stratification; germination can be erratic in Apiaceae.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI