Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Orobanchaceae

Genus:

Orthocarpus

Species:

Orthocarpus purpureoalbus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Parasite

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink, Purple

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah

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:

native to open, dry grasslands and slopes