Grassland Silverpuffs
Stebbinsoseris heterocarpa
- Native to:
- Mexico, United States
Casey H. Richart
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Stebbinsoseris
- Species:
- Stebbinsoseris heterocarpa
- USDA Symbol:
- MIHE
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 40 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- yellow
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- birds
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
Propagation & Germination
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