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Psilostrophe cooperi Paperflower

Previous scientific name(s): Riddellia cooperi

 

Small shrub-like flower growing 1 to 2 feet high. Drought resistant perennial found in arroyos, desert plains, and hillsides from 2,000 to 5,000 ft. elevation. It likes full sun and well-drained soils, and has brilliant 1-inch yellow flowers that dry and become much like paper, making it a great plant for landscaping. It is poisonous to livestock and is usually avoided.

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Species Attributes

Height:

1 - 2 feet

Life Form:

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

2,000 - 5,000 ft.

Precipitation:

4 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Best

Moderately Coarse:

Best

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Marginal

Fine:

Marginal

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Average

Seeding Rate:

PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

32.70 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

491,200

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Spring Fall

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Yellow

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