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Description
Physaria Kingii, also known as King’s bladderpod, is a small flowering plant that belongs to the mustard family, Brassicaceae. It is native to the western United States, specifically found in the Great Basin and Mojave deserts. The plant typically grows up to 15 cm tall and has a rounded shape. It is a perennial plant that produces yellow flowers in the spring and summer. The plant’s seeds are enclosed in bladder-like pods, which give the plant its common name.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Physaria |
Appearance
Physaria Kingii has a unique appearance with its small, rounded shape and yellow flowers. The plant’s leaves are small and hairy, measuring about 1 cm in length. The flowers are bright yellow and grow in clusters at the top of the stem. The plant’s fruit is a bladder-like pod that measures about 1 cm in length and contains several seeds.
Care Guide
Physaria Kingii is a hardy plant that requires minimal care. Here are some guidelines for caring for this plant:- Water: Physaria Kingii is drought-tolerant and does not require regular watering. Water the plant only when the soil is dry to the touch.- Fertilization: This plant does not require fertilization, but adding a small amount of organic fertilizer in the spring can help promote growth.- Soil: Physaria Kingii prefers well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline. The plant can tolerate poor soil conditions and is often found growing in rocky or sandy soil.- Sunlight: This plant requires full sun to thrive. Plant it in an area that receives at least six hours of sunlight per day.- Hardiness Zones: Physaria Kingii is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Physaria Kingii is relatively pest and disease-free, but it can be susceptible to root rot if planted in soil that does not drain well. To prevent root rot, ensure that the plant is planted in well-draining soil and avoid overwatering.
Habitat
Physaria Kingii is native to the western United States and is commonly found in the Great Basin and Mojave deserts. The plant is often found growing in rocky or sandy soil in areas with full sun exposure.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Physaria Kingii be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Physaria Kingii can be grown in containers as long as the soil is well-draining and the plant receives full sun.
Q: How often should Physaria Kingii be watered?
A: Physaria Kingii is drought-tolerant and should be watered only when the soil is dry to the touch.
Q: Does Physaria Kingii require fertilization?
A: Physaria Kingii does not require fertilization, but adding a small amount of organic fertilizer in the spring can help promote growth.
Q: Is Physaria Kingii a perennial or annual plant?
A: Physaria Kingii is a perennial plant.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Physaria Kingii:- Physaria acutifolia- Physaria alpestris- Physaria chambersii- Physaria didymocarpa- Physaria douglasii
References
– “Physaria kingii.” USDA Plants Database. United States Department of Agriculture. Accessed 21 July 2021.- “Physaria kingii.” Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. University of Texas at Austin. Accessed 21 July 2021.- “King’s bladderpod – Physaria kingii.” DesertUSA. Accessed 21 July 2021.
