Daggerpod

Anelsonia eurycarpa

Native to:
United States
Daggerpod

Martin Purdy (www.inaturalist.org)

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Anelsonia
Species:
Anelsonia eurycarpa
USDA Symbol:
ANEU

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
30 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may
Bloom Colors:
white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
Native to arid regions; prefers open, rocky slopes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best with cool temperatures and adequate moisture following cold stratification.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI