Cliff Fendlerbush
(Fendlera rupicola)
Cliff Fendlerbush (Fendlera rupicola)
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Craig Martin
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Photo by: Craig Martin | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Craig Martin | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-04-19T12:23:36-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Fendlera rupicola, commonly known as Cliff Fendlerbush, is a deciduous shrub native to rocky slopes, canyons, and chaparral environments of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico. It typically grows to a height of 6-10 feet (1.8-3 meters) and a width of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters), with a compact and rounded form. The shrub is notable for its showy, creamy-white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. These flowers feature purplish sepals and narrow petals that are clawed at the base, surrounding a central cluster of styles and stamens. The fruit is a persistent capsule that adds interest to the plant even after flowering.
Cliff Fendlerbush is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings in arid regions. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and in restoration projects. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate some shade and requires minimal water once established. Gardeners should be aware that Fendlera rupicola can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Cliff Fendlerbush is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and naturalistic plantings in arid regions. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and in restoration projects. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate some shade and requires minimal water once established. Gardeners should be aware that Fendlera rupicola can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 4-6 feet
- Width: 4-5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to rocky slopes, canyons, and chaparral environments
Other Names
Common Names: False Mockorange , Fendlerbush
Scientific Names: Fendlera rupicola , Fendlera falcata , Fendlera rupicola var. falcata , Fendlera rupicola var. lindheimeri , Fendlera rupicola var. tomentella , Fendlera tomentella
GBIF Accepted Name: Fendlera rupicola A.Gray