California Horkelia

Carried by 1 nurseries

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Plant description

California Horkelia (Horkelia californica ssp. californica) is a native perennial herb that grows in Central California, primarily in the North Coast and Central Coast regions. It tends to grow in open and north facings slopes and streambanks, at elevations from 0-1300 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

4 - 48 in Tall

Color

White

Special uses

Groundcover

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate

Sunset Zones

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

Natural setting

Site type

Open, north facings slopes and streambanks

Plant communities

Coastal Prairie, Northern Coastal Scrub

Wildlife supported

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 4 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Orange Tortrix Moth

Argyrotaenia franciscana

Clepsis fucana

Phymatopus hectoides

Two-banded Checkered-Skipper

Pyrgus ruralis

Alternative names

Common names:

California Horkelia

Botanical names:

Horkelia californica ssp. californica

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