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(Elmera racemosa)
Yellow Coralbells (Elmera racemosa)
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Nolan Exe
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Photo by: Nolan Exe | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Nolan Exe | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-08-08T21:42:10-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Elmera racemosa, commonly known as Yellow Coralbells, is an evergreen perennial herb native to rocky alpine and subalpine regions, as well as moist meadows in the Northwestern United States, particularly in the Cascade and Rocky Mountains. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-0.8 feet (0.09-0.24 meters) and a width of 0.3-0.5 feet (0.09-0.15 meters). This plant forms low, dense clumps of rounded, lobed leaves and produces racemes of small, bell-shaped yellow flowers in late spring to early summer, which are attractive to pollinators such as bees.
Yellow Coralbells is valued for its low maintenance and suitability for rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as a ground cover in shaded areas. It thrives in cool climates and can be used to add color and texture to woodland gardens. In cultivation, it prefers partial shade to full sun, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and well-drained soils rich in organic matter. While it is generally pest and disease-free, it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Yellow Coralbells is valued for its low maintenance and suitability for rock gardens, alpine gardens, and as a ground cover in shaded areas. It thrives in cool climates and can be used to add color and texture to woodland gardens. In cultivation, it prefers partial shade to full sun, consistent moisture without waterlogging, and well-drained soils rich in organic matter. While it is generally pest and disease-free, it can suffer from root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.3-0.8 feet
- Width: 0.3-0.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Rock Garden
Natural Habitat
Rocky alpine and subalpine regions, as well as moist meadows in the Northwestern United States
Other Names
Common Names: Elmera, Elmérie À Grappes
Scientific Names: , Elmera racemosa, Elmera racemosa var. racemosa, Heuchera racemosa,
GBIF Accepted Name: Elmera racemosa (S.Watson) Rydb.