Camphorweed

Carried by 0 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Camphor Weed (Heterotheca psammophila) is a uncommon native annual or perennial herb that grows in Southern California, primarily in the South Coast and Sonoran Desert regions. It tends to grow in disturbed or recently burned sandy places, at elevations from 0-1000 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Annual herb, Perennial herb

Size

5 ft Tall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Soil drainage

Fast

Natural setting

Site type

Disturbed sandy places

Plant communities

Creosote Bush Scrub

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 3 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Camphorweed

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