Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Lagophylla

Species:

Lagophylla minor

USDA Symbol:

LAMI

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

small birds

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Native to California grasslands and chaparral edges; tolerates fire and may resprout or regenerate from seed bank post-burn.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, rocky areas; prefers full sun