Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Phrymaceae

Genus:

Erythranthe

Species:

Erythranthe purpurea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

30 cm

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Colors:

purple, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 30-60 days to break dormancy; surface sow on moist medium and keep at 15-20°C.

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