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Description
Ivesia Gordonii, also known as Gordon’s mousetail or Sierra mousetail, is a perennial herb in the rose family (Rosaceae). It is native to the western United States and can be found in habitats such as meadows, rocky slopes, and open forests. The plant produces small yellow flowers and has a low-growing, mat-forming habit. It typically reaches a height of 2-8 inches and can spread up to 2 feet wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Ivesia |
Appearance
Ivesia Gordonii has small, compound leaves that are 1-2 inches long and hairy. The leaves are green to grayish-green in color and have a rounded or oval shape. The plant produces small yellow flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. The flowers are typically less than 1/4 inch in diameter and have five petals. The fruit is a small, dry achene that is less than 1/8 inch long.
Care Guide
Ivesia Gordonii prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering. Fertilization is not necessary, but a light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring can promote growth. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Ivesia Gordonii is generally free from pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to root rot if planted in poorly draining soil.
Habitat
Ivesia Gordonii is native to the western United States and can be found in meadows, rocky slopes, and open forests. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Ivesia Gordonii a drought-tolerant plant?
A: Yes, Ivesia Gordonii is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering.
Q: Where is Ivesia Gordonii native to?
A: Ivesia Gordonii is native to the western United States.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Ivesia Gordonii?
A: Ivesia Gordonii is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Q: What type of fertilizer should be used for Ivesia Gordonii?
A: A light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring can promote growth, but fertilization is not necessary for Ivesia Gordonii.
Related Plants
- Ivesia baileyi
- Ivesia longibracteata
- Ivesia pickeringii
- Ivesia rhypara
References
- https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=IVGO
- https://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/forb/ivagor/all.html
- https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=IVGO
