California Sheepburr

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

California Sheepburr (Acaena pinnatifida var. californica) is a native perennial herb that grows in Northern, Southern and Central California, primarily in the North Coast, the Central Coast and SF Bay regions. It tends to grow in open grassy places and rocky slopes, at elevations from 200-1300 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

4 - 24 in Tall

Color

Red, Purple

Special uses

Lawn alternative

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate

Propagation

For propagating by seed: 4-6 wks. stratification (Emery and Frey 1971).

Sunset Zones

4, 5, 14, 15*, 16*, 17*, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

Natural setting

Site type

open grassy places, rocky slopes

Plant communities

Coastal Strand, Northern Coastal Scrub

Alternative names

Common names:

California Biddy-biddy

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