Ribbed Mock Bishopweed

Ptilimnium costatum

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Ptilimnium
Species:
Ptilimnium costatum
USDA Symbol:
PTCO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
white

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
Butterflies & Moths:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies