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Description
Pectocarya Penicillata is a small annual plant that belongs to the Boraginaceae family. It is also known as the Comb Burweed or the Combseed. The plant usually grows up to a height of 15-30 centimeters and has a spreading habit. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Boraginales |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Genus | Pectocarya |
Appearance
The plant has thin, erect stems, and its leaves are covered with short, stiff hairs. The leaves are narrow and have a lanceolate shape. The flowers are small and white, with five petals that form a bell shape. The blooms appear in clusters at the end of the stems, and the plant produces small, comb-like fruits that stick to clothing and animal fur.
Care Guide
Pectocarya Penicillata is a low maintenance plant that can thrive in a variety of growing conditions. Here are some tips for taking care of this plant:- Water: The plant can tolerate drought, but it will grow best with regular watering. However, avoid overwatering as it can cause root rot.- Fertilization: The plant does not require much fertilizer. A light application of balanced fertilizer during the growing season can be beneficial.- Soil: The plant grows well in well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.- Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: The plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can grow in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Pectocarya Penicillata is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if overwatered. It can also be affected by powdery mildew, which can be treated with a fungicide.
Habitat
Pectocarya Penicillata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found growing in sandy or gravelly soil in desert regions, rocky slopes, and washes.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Pectocarya Penicillata be grown indoors?
A: No, the plant requires full sun and is best grown outdoors.Q: Does Pectocarya Penicillata attract pollinators?
A: Yes, the plant attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.Q: How often should Pectocarya Penicillata be fertilized?
A: The plant does not require much fertilizer. A light application of balanced fertilizer during the growing season can be beneficial.Q: What is the ideal growing temperature for Pectocarya Penicillata?
A: The plant can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can grow in USDA hardiness zones 8-11.
Related Plants
– Pectocarya linearis- Pectocarya platycarpa- Pectocarya recurvata
References
– “Pectocarya Penicillata.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Accessed 27 July 2021. https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=PEPE11.- “Pectocarya Penicillata.” USDA Plants Database. Accessed 27 July 2021. https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=PEPE11.- “Comb Burweed.” Arizona State University. Accessed 27 July 2021. https://cals.arizona.edu/yavapaiplants/SpeciesDetail.php?genus=Pectocarya&species=penicillata.
