Slender Falselupine

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Slender Falselupine (Thermopsis macrophylla var. venosa) is a rare native perennial herb that grows in Northern, Southern and Central California, primarily in the North Coast, the Klamath Mountain Range and North Coast Range regions. It tends to grow in open grassy and sandy places and open ridges, at elevations from 1000-5000 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

1 - 7 ft Tall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Soil drainage

Fast

Natural setting

Site type

Open grassy and sandy places, open ridges

Plant communities

Foothill Woodland, North Coastal Coniferous Forest, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 7 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Slender Goldenbanner

Botanical names:

Thermopsis macrophylla var. venosa, Thermopsis gracilis var. gracilis

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