Yosemite Woolly Sunflower

Eriophyllum nubigenum

Yosemite Woolly Sunflower

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Asteraceae
Genus:
Eriophyllum
Species:
Eriophyllum nubigenum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual | Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul
Bloom Colors:
Yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to high-altitude, arid regions