Queen's-Root

Stillingia linearifolia

Queen's-Root

Anthony Valois and the National Park Service

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Stillingia
Species:
Stillingia linearifolia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Subshrub
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Bloom Months:
jan, feb, mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct
Bloom Colors:
Red, Yellow, Green

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Nevada

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers open, sunny areas