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(Scutellaria tuberosa)
Danny’s Skullcap (Scutellaria tuberosa)
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Photo by: Chloe and Trevor Van Loon | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Chloe and Trevor Van Loon | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-04-25T09:07:36-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Scutellaria tuberosa, commonly known as Danny’s skullcap, is a perennial herb in the mint family that is native to the chaparral and desert scrub regions of California and Baja California. It typically grows up to about 25 centimeters tall and produces an erect stem or cluster of stems from a root system characterized by tubers. The stems are covered in short, spreading hairs. This species is notable for its purple flowers, which bloom from the leaf axils in winter and spring, often featuring a white patch or mottling on the lower lip, adding a splash of color to the garden during these seasons.
Danny’s skullcap is valued for its drought tolerance and the vibrant purple flowers that can enliven a garden when many other plants are not in bloom. It is suitable for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. While it thrives in full sun or part shade, it requires well-drained soils and can tolerate low to medium water conditions once established. Gardeners should be aware that it may spread through its tuberous root system, which can be a benefit for filling in areas but may require management to keep it in check.CC BY-SA 4.0
Danny’s skullcap is valued for its drought tolerance and the vibrant purple flowers that can enliven a garden when many other plants are not in bloom. It is suitable for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. While it thrives in full sun or part shade, it requires well-drained soils and can tolerate low to medium water conditions once established. Gardeners should be aware that it may spread through its tuberous root system, which can be a benefit for filling in areas but may require management to keep it in check.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.5-0.8 feet
- Width: 0.3-0.7 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Winter, Spring
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Low, Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
native to the chaparral and desert scrub regions of California and Baja California
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Scutellaria tuberosa, Scutellaria tuberosa subsp. australis, Scutellaria tuberosa var. similis, Scutellaria tuberosa subsp. similis, Scutellaria pilosiuscula, Scutellaria pilosiuscula publ, Scutellaria tuberosa var. tuberosa,
GBIF Accepted Name: Scutellaria tuberosa Benth.