Wyethia angustifolia

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Narrowleaf mule ears

A compact perennial that grows to 1 ft. tall with 3″ yellow flowers. Dies to the ground each winter, comes back in the spring with strap-like green leaves.

Found on grassy hillsides making a dramatic springtime flower display.

Lifeform: Perennial

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Drought Tolerant

 

Container

1-Gal-O, 1-Gal, D-16, D-40

Ecological Value

Provides nectar and supports the endangered Fender’s Blue Butterfly.

Historical Uses

Decoction of leaves used as a bath for fever and produced perspiration.

Distribution

Native to California and also found outside of California, but is confined to western North America.

Elevation

Between 0 and 5500 feet

Communities
Habitat

Grows in grassland, meadows, and other open habitats.