species 3,735 observations

Barbara's-buttons

Marshallia caespitosa

Field notes

Supports All

7 native animals
supported in the US

Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Kern's Flower Scarab 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Fiery Skipper, Common Buckeye, Juniper Hairstreak, Zebra Longhorn Beetle 6

Children

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Herbaceous plants
Light: Full sun Part shade
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.