Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Chloropyron

Species:

Chloropyron palmatum

USDA Symbol:

COPA8

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

60 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

jun,jul,aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)

Butterflies & Moths:

★☆☆☆☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

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