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(Sairocarpus multiflorus)
Sierra Snapdragon (Sairocarpus multiflorus)
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Scott Yarger
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Photo by: Scott Yarger | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Scott Yarger | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2019-07-08T16:35:21-07:00 |
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Summary
Sairocarpus multiflorus, commonly known as Sierra Snapdragon, is a perennial herb that is native to the chaparral and foothill woodlands of California. It typically grows to a height and width of 2 feet (0.6 meters), forming a compact mound. The plant is characterized by its tubular flowers that come in shades of pink, white, and purple, which are highly attractive to pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds. The flowering season spans from spring through summer and into fall, offering a long period of visual interest. The foliage is also noteworthy for its fine texture and green to gray-green color.
Sierra Snapdragon is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. It is also used for border planting and as a ground cover. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, needing only occasional deadheading to promote continuous blooming. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates. It is not typically affected by serious pests or diseases, but overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Sierra Snapdragon is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor, rocky soils, making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. It is also used for border planting and as a ground cover. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, needing only occasional deadheading to promote continuous blooming. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate light shade, especially in hotter climates. It is not typically affected by serious pests or diseases, but overwatering can lead to root rot.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1.5-2 feet
- Width: 1-1.5 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Pink, White, Purple
- Flowering Season: Fall, Spring, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Chaparral and foothill woodlands of California
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Sairocarpus multiflorus, Antirrhinum multiflorum, Antirrhinum thompsonii, Antirrhinum glandulosum,
GBIF Accepted Name: Sairocarpus multiflorus (Pennell) D.A.Sutton