Harlequin Monkeyflower
Diplacus bicolor
(c) Mike Heine, some rights reserved (CC BY)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Phrymaceae
- Genus:
- Diplacus
- Species:
- Diplacus bicolor
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Annual
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 6 in - 1 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- jun, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- red, yellow
- Ground Cover:
- Yes
Native Range
United States: California
Host Plant for Caterpillars
mimuli anarta moth (Anarta mimuli), ⚠️Edith's checkerspot (Euphydryas editha)
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 arid regions, prefers dry conditions