Smallhead Goldenweed
Pyrrocoma liatriformis
Walter Fertig
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Pyrrocoma
- Species:
- Pyrrocoma liatriformis
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
Native Range
United States: Idaho, Oregon, Washington
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to open, rocky slopes and plains
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seed germinates readily without pretreatment. Stratification may speed up germination by 1-2 days but does not increase total emergence. Seed is collected when the pappus begins to expand, typically in September, and can be collected using a vacuum to leave immature seeds and reduce trash. Seed is stored in paper bags at room temperature until cleaned.
Source: npn.rngr.net