Zigzag Groundsmoke
Gayophytum heterozygum
- Native to:
- United States
iNaturalist: © galash (iNaturalist #176895560)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Onagraceae
- Genus:
- Gayophytum
- Species:
- Gayophytum heterozygum
- USDA Symbol:
- GAHE3
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 30 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul,aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pink
Wildlife Benefits
- Caterpillars:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Recorded caterpillar host plant (HOSTS Database)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Clark's sphinx moth (Proserpinus clarkiae), Pyrausta unifascialis, Snowberry Clearwing (Hemaris diffinis)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- adapted to open, rocky habitats