Silky Raillardella
Raillardella argentea
Jim Morefield from Nevada, USA
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Raillardella
- Species:
- Raillardella argentea
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 6 in - 1 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Bloom Months:
- jul, aug, sep
- Bloom Colors:
- Yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: California, Nevada, Oregon
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to alpine and subalpine regions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are sown directly into 107 ml cells. Trays are sealed inside plastic bags and placed into cold stratification (1 to 3 °C) for 60 days. Trays are checked weekly and kept moist. If mold is evident, trays should be treated with 1% hydrogen peroxide.
Source: npn.rngr.net