Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Achyrocline

Species:

Achyrocline saturejoides var. albicans

Growth Characteristics

Height:

60 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jan,feb,mar,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

yellow, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fragrant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Adapted to periodic fires in South American grasslands, resprouts from base after burning. Fire promotes flowering and rejuvenates plants.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds require light for germination and warm temperatures. Surface sow or barely cover with fine soil.

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