Owl's clover

Owl's clover

Castilleja exserta ssp. exserta

Formerly Orthocarpus purpurascens. Drought tolerant, native annual root-parasite with bright rose-purple bract flowers, blooming March to June. Occurs on many soil types in large masses along hillsides and in pastures; up to 5,000 ft. elevation. May form a stunning carpet across the desert floor in wet years. Attracts hummingbirds. 

Growing Region
  • California, Southwest

Species Attributes

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