species 637 observations

Showy Skullcap

Scutellaria serrata

Field notes

Supports All

11 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Verbena Bud Moth, Skullcap Skeletonizer Moth 2
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Orange-tipped Wood-digger, American Bumble Bee, Golden Northern Bumble Bee, Black-and-gold Bumble Bee 9

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 Dappled shade
Moisture: Dry Well drained Moist
Soil: Organic
Soil pH: Acid Neutral Alkaline
Drought tolerant: Yes
Resists: Heat
Habit: Clumping Rounded
Plant type: Wildflower Herbaceous perennial

From NC State Extension and USDA PLANTS.