Chrysothamnus depressus, commonly known as Long-flowered Rabbitbrush, is a perennial shrub native to arid and semi-arid regions, including sagebrush steppe, pinyon-juniper woodlands, and desert scrub in the southwestern United States. Its range encompasses California, Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado, where it is particularly adapted to dry canyons and rocky crevices. It is a low-growing species, typically reaching up to 20 inches in height, with a similar spread. The plant is characterized by its branching habit and narrow, linear leaves. During late summer to fall, it produces dense clusters of small, bright yellow flowers that are composed solely of disc florets, lacking the ray florets commonly found in other daisy family members.

Long-flowered Rabbitbrush is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, well-drained soils, making it suitable for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings in arid regions. Its bright yellow flowers provide late-season color and are attractive to pollinators, including bees and butterflies. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance once established, needing little to no supplemental watering. It prefers full sun exposure and is not particular about soil pH, though it does best in sandy or gravelly soils. While generally disease-free, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. This plant is not known for being invasive and does not typically present problems when grown outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0