Davidson's Penstemon

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Davidson's Penstemon (Penstemon davidsonii var. davidsonii) is a native perennial herb that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow in talus outcrops, at elevations from 9000-12300 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

4 in Tall

Color

Purple

Special uses

Containers

Landscaping information

Sun

Deep Shade

Sunset Zones

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7*, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21

Natural setting

Site type

Talus outcrops

Plant communities

Alpine Fell-Fields, Subalpine Forest

Wildlife supported

Hummingbirds

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 11 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Davidson's Penstemon

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