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(Lindheimera texana)
Texas Yellowstar (Lindheimera texana)
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Sue Ann Kendall
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Photo by: Sue Ann Kendall | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Sue Ann Kendall | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-04-01T00:18:44Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Lindheimera texana, commonly known as Texas Yellowstar, is a perennial herb that is part of the sunflower tribe within the daisy family. It is native to prairies, open woodlands, and roadsides in Texas and northeastern Mexico. Texas Yellowstar typically grows to a height of 6 to 24 inches (15 to 61 cm) and is characterized by its alternately arranged, coarsely toothed lower leaves and opposite, smooth-edged upper leaves. The plant is notable for its showy flower heads, each with five bright yellow ray flowers that feature two prominent veins and are indented at the tip. The flowers, which are at least 1–1.25 inches (2.5–3.2 cm) in diameter, bloom in clusters with each flower head growing within 2 inches (5.1 cm) of one another, primarily in the spring season.
Texas Yellowstar is valued for its vibrant yellow flowers that add a splash of color to wildflower gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas. It is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and gardens with low water availability. In cultivation, it thrives in full sun and prefers soils with medium to fast drainage. While it is not commonly used in formal garden settings, its ease of maintenance and ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies make it a beneficial addition to conservation plantings and pollinator gardens. Potential problems include overwatering, which can lead to root rot, and susceptibility to aphids. It is not known to be invasive and can be easily managed in a garden setting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Texas Yellowstar is valued for its vibrant yellow flowers that add a splash of color to wildflower gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas. It is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping and gardens with low water availability. In cultivation, it thrives in full sun and prefers soils with medium to fast drainage. While it is not commonly used in formal garden settings, its ease of maintenance and ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies make it a beneficial addition to conservation plantings and pollinator gardens. Potential problems include overwatering, which can lead to root rot, and susceptibility to aphids. It is not known to be invasive and can be easily managed in a garden setting.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 1.5-2.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to prairies, open woodlands, and roadsides in Texas and northeastern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Texas Star, Texas Yellow Star, Star Daisy, Liten Texasstjärna
Scientific Names: , Lindheimera texana,
GBIF Accepted Name: Lindheimera texana A.Gray