Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Boraginaceae

Genus:

Plagiobothrys

Species:

Plagiobothrys nothofulvus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

White

Native Range

United States: California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

prefers open, sunny habitats