Cliff Aster

Carried by 0 nurseries

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Plant description

Cliff Aster (Malacothrix saxatilis var. implicata) is a native perennial herb that grows in Southern California, primarily in the Channel Islands region. It tends to grow in sand dunes and open places, at elevations from 0-6600 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

2 ft Tall

Color

White

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Soil drainage

Fast

Propagation

For propagating by seed: No treatment. gives slow and sporadic germination.

Sunset Zones

5, 7, 14, 15*, 16*, 17*, 19*, 20*, 21*, 22*, 23*, 24*

Natural setting

Site type

Sand dunes and open places

Plant communities

Chaparral

Wildlife supported

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 1 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alfalfa Looper Moth

Autographa californica

Alternative names

Common names:

Cliff Desertdandelion, Cliff Malacothrix, Cliff-aster

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