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(Amblyolepis setigera)
Huisache Daisy (Amblyolepis setigera)
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Annika Lindqvist
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Photo by: Annika Lindqvist | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Annika Lindqvist | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-06-12T10:52:42-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Amblyolepis setigera, commonly known as Huisache Daisy, is an annual herb native to the open grasslands and sunny, well-drained areas of Texas and northern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1 feet (0.2-0.3 meters) and a width of 0.2-0.4 feet (0.06-0.1 meters). This plant is characterized by its bright yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom in the spring and summer, adding a splash of color to the landscape. The flowers are showy and attract a variety of pollinators.
The Huisache Daisy is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower mixes, borders, and as a ground cover in areas that receive part shade to full sun. While it prefers well-drained soils, it is adaptable and can tolerate a range of soil types. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its role in supporting native pollinators.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Huisache Daisy is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower mixes, borders, and as a ground cover in areas that receive part shade to full sun. While it prefers well-drained soils, it is adaptable and can tolerate a range of soil types. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its role in supporting native pollinators.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.5-1.2 feet
- Width: 0.2-0.4 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open grasslands and sunny, well-drained areas of Texas and northern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Huisachedaisy
Scientific Names: , Amblyolepis setigera, Helenium setigerum,
GBIF Accepted Name: Amblyolepis setigera DC.