Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Jaumea

Species:

Jaumea carnosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

Yellow

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Oregon, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Reported Fauna Sightings

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, saline, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

tolerates poor drainage

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Common in coastal salt marshes

Germination Information