Howell'S Umbrellawort

Tauschia howellii

Native to:
United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Apiaceae
Genus:
Tauschia
Species:
Tauschia howellii
USDA Symbol:
TAHO2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
small insects

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
Typically found in open, rocky slopes and ridges

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI