Western Pineappleweed

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Plant description

Western Pineappleweed (Chamomilla occidentalis) is a common native annual herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in undisturbed or recently burned alkali flats, at elevations from 0-7900 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Annual herb

Size

2 ft Tall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Soil drainage

Standing

Sunset Zones

5, 7*, 8*, 9*, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 18*, 19*, 20*, 21*, 22*, 23*, 24*

Natural setting

Site type

Undisturbed alkali flats, vernal pools, edges of salt marshes

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 1 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Sunflower Moth

Homoeosoma electella

Alternative names

Common names:

Western Chamomile, Valley Mayweed

Botanical names:

Chamomilla occidentalis

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