Amsinckia lycopsoides is a species of flowering plant, known by the common name tarweed fiddleneck or bugloss fiddleneck, in the family Boraginaceae. It is one of the more common species of fiddleneck. It is native to much of western North America from California to British Columbia. It can be found in a wide variety of areas.
Tarweed fiddleneck has strong resistance to diseases and is typically not vulnerable to them. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases found nearby. Such infections are generally mild. Regarding care, this plant is moderately demanding. It should be pruned regularly to preserve a tidy look and support healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also encourage it to bloom. Tarweed fiddleneck is appropriate for anyone with outdoor areas like a garden or patio and does not demand extensive plant-care experience. It may need more attention if kept indoors.
How to keep Amsinckia Lycopsoides.
Light
Fiddleneck Tarweed is native to well-lit, open spaces and flourishes in direct sunlight. While it can survive in semi-shaded conditions, it favors unobstructed sun exposure for the best growth. Recognized for its affinity for the sun, this plant typically has a one or two-year lifecycle.
Temperature
Fiddleneck tarweed originates from habitats that are generally characterized by temperatures between 68 and 95°F (20 to 35℃). This plant is partial to hotter weather and might require additional attention and adjustments to temperature during chillier seasons.
Fertilizer
Frequent, mild applications of fertilizer can aid in the growth of healthy leaves in Tarweed fiddleneck. It is suggested to feed the Tarweed fiddleneck about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is essential for the plant's foliage, and using sources that are rich in nitrogen can support the Tarweed fiddleneck's well-being.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Amsinckia
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 6-9
- Mature Height
- 15 cm to 76 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange
- Flower Size
- 0.76 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Spring
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
- Native Area
- Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru
