Pagosa Ipomopsis 🛑 Endangered

Ipomopsis polyantha

Pagosa Ipomopsis

United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Mountain Prairie region

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Polemoniaceae
Genus:
Ipomopsis
Species:
Ipomopsis polyantha

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
2-3 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun
Bloom Colors:
White

Native Range

United States: Colorado

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, low fertility soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to specific regions with rocky outcrops