species 6,027 observations

Littleleaf Rhatany

Krameria erecta

Field notes

Supports All

8 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Mormon Metalmark, White-lined Sphinx, Chinati Sheepmoth, Mexican Metalmark 5
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Mojave Desert Tortoise 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Red-legged Centris, Centris atripes 2

Range

United States

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

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun
Water use: Low
Plant type: Perennial Shrub

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.