Heterotheca oregona
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Oregon false goldenaster
Oregon false goldenaster is a perennial species in the daisy family that is variable in appearance and reaches a maximum height of ~8-40 inches. It is covered in small bristles, and has flat-topped, golden yellow flowers that bloom throughout the second half of the year atop multiple stems with a woody base.
Found in a variety of plant communities up and down the west coast, this species is hardy and adaptable to most garden conditions. It is a fantastic nectar plant for butterfly gardens
Lifeform:
Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
Other: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Moths
| Ecological Value | Nectar plant and likely larval host plant for several species of moths and butterflies, including the Gabb’s Checkerspot and Tobacco Budworm Moth. |
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| Historical Uses | No known historical uses. |
| Distribution | West coast of Canada and the United States in British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and California as far south as Los Angeles County |
| Elevation | 5″ – 6979″ |
| Habitat | Low-elevation mountain forests and chaparral, often near water |
| Communities | Chaparral, Foothill Woodland, Mixed Evergreen Forest, Northern Oak Woodland, Redwood Forest, Yellow Pine Forest |