Ruby Chalice Clarkia
Clarkia rubicunda
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © sea-kangaroo (iNaturalist #167403308)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Onagraceae
- Genus:
- Clarkia
- Species:
- Clarkia rubicunda
- USDA Symbol:
- CLRU
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 90 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul
- Bloom Colors:
- pink, rose, lavender
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to coastal scrub and chaparral habitats
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
- Germination Time:
- 14–30 days
- Notes:
- Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; surface sow on well-drained medium.
Pre-treatment: None required
Establishment: Seeds are collected between July 15th and September 15th. C. rubicunda is found in coastal scrub and evergreen forests from southern Marin county to Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties, California.
Source: npn.rngr.net
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
- Native Seed Group (seeds)