species 1,637 observations

California Loosestrife

Lythrum californicum

Field notes

Supports All

19 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it Pearly Wood-nymph 1
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Black Bean Aphid 1
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Woodland Skipper, Common Checkered-Skipper, Honey-tailed Striped Sweat Bee, Tansy Mustard Sweat Bee 17

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
Moisture: Moist
Water use: Medium
Plant type: Perennial Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.