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Description
Oreocarya Flava, commonly known as yellow mountain-dwelling forget-me-not, is a small herbaceous plant that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. It is native to the western United States, particularly in the Great Basin and Colorado Plateau regions.This plant has a hairy stem that grows up to 30 cm in height, with yellow flowers that bloom from April to August. It also has alternate leaves that are oblong in shape and covered in hairs.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Eukarya||————|———–|| Kingdom| Plantae|| Phylum| Tracheophyta || Class| Magnoliopsida || Order| Boraginales || Family| Boraginaceae || Genus| Oreocarya || Species| Oreocarya Flava |
Appearance
Oreocarya Flava is a small plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has a hairy stem and oblong leaves that are covered in hairs. The flowers are yellow in color and bloom from April to August. The plant has a taproot system that allows it to thrive in dry and rocky areas.
Care Guide
Watering Oreocarya Flava should be done sparingly, as it is a drought-tolerant plant. It is best to water it deeply but infrequently to avoid overwatering. Fertilization is not necessary for this plant, but a small amount of compost or organic fertilizer can be added to the soil before planting.The plant prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. It can tolerate full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Oreocarya Flava is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or planted in poorly-draining soil.
Habitat
Oreocarya Flava is native to the western United States, particularly in the Great Basin and Colorado Plateau regions. It is commonly found growing in dry and rocky areas, such as hillsides and canyons.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Oreocarya Flava a perennial plant?
A: Yes, Oreocarya Flava is a perennial plant.
Q: Does Oreocarya Flava require a lot of water?
A: No, Oreocarya Flava is a drought-tolerant plant and should be watered sparingly.
Q: What is the best soil type for Oreocarya Flava?
A: Oreocarya Flava prefers well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Oreocarya Flava?
A: Oreocarya Flava is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Related Plants
– Oreocarya flavoculata- Oreocarya humilis- Oreocarya pustulosa
References
– “Oreocarya Flava.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Accessed August 2, 2021. https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=ORFL.- “Oreocarya Flava.” USDA Plants. Accessed August 2, 2021. https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=ORFL.
