Erysimum capitatum Yellow Form

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Western Wallflower (Yellow Form)

Western wallflower is a fragrant perennial (often biennial) that usually grows to a height of 1-2′, but can reach a size of 2′ wide by 3′ tall showing 25+ flower sprays. 

This short lived or biennial plant will re-sow and replace the mother plants.

The fragrant flowers of the Yellow Form are golden yellow and appear is tight racemes or panicles with a long succession of bloom lasting from March – July, or longer with water.

Lifeform: Perennial

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light

Soil: Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Butterflies, Drought Tolerant

Container

4", 4"S, D-16

Ecological Value

Erysimum capitatum var angustatum, the Contra Costa wallflower, is an endangered plant in the state of California.

Historical Uses

Infusion of crushed seeds used for stomach or bowel cramps. Whole plant used as a ceremonial emetic.

Distribution

This species can be found across North America, but some variants have an extremely narrow distribution, especially in CA

Elevation

Between 0 and 13,123 feet

Habitat

Bluffs and rocky open ground

Communities

Chaparral, Coastal Strand, Foothill Woodland, Joshua Tree Woodland, Lodgepole Forest, Red Fir Forest, Subalpine Forest, Valley Grassland, Yellow Pine Forest