Thermopsis californica

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California goldenbanner

This cheery 1-2′ bright yellow flowered perennial is rare and naturally only found in California.

It will work well in a meadow garden where with other wildflowers.

California goldenbanner will spread and give long lasting color from about March to June. Lupines and poppies make good companion plants.

Lifeform: Perennial

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Drought Tolerant

Ecological Value

Host for the Persius Duskywing butterfly

Historical Uses

Pomo eye medicine. Cold decoction of leaves used as a wash for sore eyes.

Distribution

Endemic to California, from San Diego County and Southern California, to Modoc County and northeastern California.

Elevation

230 to 6825 ft

Communities
Habitat

Meadows