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(Croptilon divaricatum)
Slender Scratchdaisy (Croptilon divaricatum)
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Photo by: Laura Clark | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Laura Clark | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-11-09T13:15:06-08:00 |
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Summary
Croptilon divaricatum, commonly known as Slender Scratchdaisy, is a perennial herb that is deciduous or semi-deciduous, depending on the climate. It is native to open woodlands and prairies in the Southeastern United States. This plant typically grows to a height of 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters) and a width of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters). The Slender Scratchdaisy is characterized by its narrow leaves and branching stems, which give it a somewhat sprawling appearance. It produces an array of daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and petals that can range from white to pale pink, blooming in the summer and fall. The flowers are modest in size but can be quite showy when the plant is grown in masses.
The Slender Scratchdaisy is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a good choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower gardens, as a border plant, or in restoration projects. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its attractiveness to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. For best results, it should be grown in part shade to full shade and requires well-drained soil. While it can tolerate low water conditions, moderate watering will encourage more abundant flowering.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Slender Scratchdaisy is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it a good choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings. It is often used in wildflower gardens, as a border plant, or in restoration projects. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its attractiveness to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. For best results, it should be grown in part shade to full shade and requires well-drained soil. While it can tolerate low water conditions, moderate watering will encourage more abundant flowering.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2.5 feet
- Width: 1.5-2.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Fast, Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands and prairies in the Southeastern United States
Other Names
Common Names: Goldenweed
Scientific Names: , Croptilon divaricatum, Haplopappus divaricatus, Isopappus divaricatus, Croptilon divaricatum var. divaricatum, Diplopappus divaricatus, Haplopappus divaricatus var. divaricatus, Heterotheca lamarckii, Inula divaricata, Isopappus divaricatus var. divaricatus,
GBIF Accepted Name: Croptilon divaricatum (Nutt.) Raf.