Lithospermum distichum

Lithospermum distichum

Native to:
Guatemala | Mexico | Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Boraginaceae
Genus:
Lithospermum
Species:
Lithospermum distichum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 60-90 days to break dormancy.

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