Acmispon tomentosus

Acmispon tomentosus

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northwest | United States | CA

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Acmispon
Species:
Acmispon tomentosus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar,apr,may,jun
Bloom Colors:
yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking or hot water) followed by cold stratification.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash