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Description
Collomia Tracyi, also known as Tracy’s collomia, is a flowering plant native to California, specifically found in the Sierra Nevada range. It belongs to the Polemoniaceae family and is an annual plant that grows up to 20 centimeters tall. The plant generally blooms from May to August, producing beautiful pinkish-purple flowers that are about 1 centimeter wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Polemoniaceae |
| Genus | Collomia |
Appearance
Collomia Tracyi is an attractive plant with a slender stem and linear leaves that grow up to 5 centimeters long. The leaves are green and smooth, and the stem is covered in fine hairs. The plant produces beautiful pinkish-purple flowers that are about 1 centimeter wide and have five petals. The flowers grow in clusters at the end of the stem, and each cluster can have up to 20 flowers. The plant typically grows up to 20 centimeters tall.
Care Guide
Collomia Tracyi is easy to care for and requires minimal attention. Here are some care tips:
Water: The plant prefers well-draining soil and requires regular watering. Ensure that the soil is moist but not waterlogged.
Fertilization: The plant does not require fertilization. However, you can fertilize it once every two weeks with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage blooming.
Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. A pH of 6.0 to 7.5 is ideal for growth.
Sunlight: Collomia Tracyi requires full to partial sunlight for optimal growth. It can tolerate some shade, but it may affect blooming.
Hardiness Zones: The plant thrives in hardiness zones 7 to 10.
Common Pests & Diseases
Collomia Tracyi is generally a healthy plant and is not prone to many pests and diseases. However, here are some common pests and diseases to watch out for:
Aphids: These tiny insects suck the sap from the plant, causing stunted growth and deformation. You can control aphids by washing them off with a strong stream of water or by using insecticidal soap.
Spider Mites: These pests cause yellowing of leaves and a fine webbing on the plant. You can control spider mites by washing them off with a strong stream of water or by using insecticidal soap.
Root Rot: Overwatering can cause root rot, which leads to wilting and yellowing of leaves. Ensure that the soil is well-draining and avoid overwatering the plant.
Habitat
Collomia Tracyi is native to California and is found in the Sierra Nevada range. It grows in dry slopes, meadows, and open woods at an altitude of 600 to 3000 meters.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Collomia Tracyi an annual or perennial plant?
A: Collomia Tracyi is an annual plant.
Q: What is the ideal pH range for Collomia Tracyi?
A: The plant prefers a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5 for optimal growth.
Q: Can Collomia Tracyi tolerate some shade?
A: Yes, the plant can tolerate some shade, but it may affect blooming.
Q: What is the blooming season for Collomia Tracyi?
A: The plant generally blooms from May to August.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Collomia Tracyi:
- Collomia Linearis
- Collomia Grandiflora
- Collomia Hirsuta
- Collomia Tenella
References
- “Collomia Tracyi.” Calflora.
- “Tracy’s Collomia.” USDA Plants Database.
- “Collomia Tracyi.” Plant Finder. Missouri Botanical Garden.
