Oregon Checkerbloom

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Oregon Checkerbloom (Sidalcea oregana ssp. oregana) is a native perennial herb that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow in wet meadows and marshes, at elevations from 1600-8200 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

5 ft Tall

Color

Pink

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate

Soil drainage

Standing

Sunset Zones

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6*, 7*, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 18

Natural setting

Site type

Wet meadows and marshes

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Birds

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 5 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Oregon Checkermallow

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