Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Chloropyron

Species:

Chloropyron palmatum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, jun

Bloom Colors:

purple, yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

alkaline, clayey, poorly-drained soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

poor drainage tolerated

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers alkaline clay soils in vernal pools