Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Acamptopappus

Species:

Acamptopappus shockleyi

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Subshrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Nevada

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to very dry

Notes:

native to arid desert regions