Brittlebush

Encelia farinosa

Plant type:
Shrub
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
Warm,
Cool
Cover:
Moderate
Seedling rate:
1-2 lbs/acre

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Loam,
Sand,
Gravel
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline
Salt

Location

Min elevation:
0
Max elevation:
3500
Counties:
Clark,
Lincoln,
Nye

Reproduction & Growth

Growth rate:
Moderate
Germination overall:
Moderate
Reproduction:
High
Establishment:
Moderate
Lifespan:
Moderate,
Short
Survival:
Low

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Disturbance
Best suited for these management goals:
Drought resilience
Erosion control
Pollinator habitat

Additional Information

Warning:
Commercial availability:
Available

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