Lobeleaf Groundsel
Packera multilobata
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Packera
- Species:
- Packera multilobata
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual | Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 1-2 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- may, jun, jul
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★★★★ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- commonly found in arid, mountainous regions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seed is stored in cool-dry conditions with temperatures of approximately 50ø F and relative humidity of 20 to 30%
Establishment: The plant is generally distributed in Western North America. There is no conflicting information in the provided protocols.
Source: npn.rngr.net