Forked Fiddleneck

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Plant description

Forked Fiddleneck (Amsinckia vernicosa var. furcata) is a rare native annual herb that grows in Central California, primarily in the San Joaquin Valley, the South Coast Range and South Coast regions. It tends to grow in loose shale slopes, at elevations from 200-4600 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Annual herb

Size

8 - 47 in Tall

Color

Orange, Yellow

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Natural setting

Site type

Loose shale slopes

Plant communities

Foothill Woodland, Valley Grassland

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 2 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alfalfa Looper Moth

Autographa californica

Painted Lady

Vanessa cardui

Alternative names

Common names:

Forked Green Fiddleneck

Botanical names:

Amsinckia vernicosa var. furcata

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