Parish's Goldeneye
Bahiopsis parishii
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Bahiopsis
- Species:
- Bahiopsis parishii
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Subshrub
- Height:
- 4-6 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- feb, mar, apr, may, jun, sep, oct
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Landscaping Shrub:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Arizona, California, Nevada
Keystone Species Ranking
- Bee Keystone:
- ★★★☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Alfalfa Looper (Autographa californica), Bordered Patch (Chlosyne lacinia), California patch (Chlosyne californica)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, prefers dry conditions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are soaked in water for 10 to 24 hours to remove any inhibitors and allow full imbibition prior to sowing. Seeds are then sown in open flats using a growing medium of 2 parts sand, 1 part mulch and 2 parts perlite.
Establishment: Variable germination results have been observed with this species. Seeds are collected when achenes have matured during May.
Source: npn.rngr.net