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Oncosiphon piluliferum
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Oncosiphon
- Species:
- Oncosiphon piluliferum
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Reported Fauna Sightings
Butterflies:Checkered White (Pontia protodice), Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui), Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui), Sleepy Orange (Abaeis nicippe), Sleepy Orange (Abaeis nicippe)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, prefers open, sunny areas