Grassland Silverpuffs
Stebbinsoseris heterocarpa
Casey H. Richart
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Stebbinsoseris
- Species:
- Stebbinsoseris heterocarpa
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 2-3 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may, jun
- Bloom Colors:
- White, Yellow, Purple
Native Range
United States: Arizona, California
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to open, dry habitats; prefers sandy soils
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Seeds are surface sterilized with a 5 minute 5% bleach solution prior to testing or sowing.
Establishment: Seeds are hand collected when they are fully matured, typically from May to July. The Brown Microseris is an infrequent, annual species found throughout southern California and the Channel islands.
Source: npn.rngr.net