Chorizanthe procumbens is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family known by the common name prostrate spineflower. It is native to California and Baja California, where it grows in scrub and chaparral habitat. It is variable in appearance, up to 25 centimeters long or much shorter, usually growing prostrate along the ground. It is often yellowish green in color but there are grayish and reddish forms. The inflorescence is a cluster of flowers with each minute white or yellow flower surrounded by spine-tipped bracts.
Prostrate spineflower has strong disease resistance and is generally not susceptible to diseases. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only minimal watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they have finished blooming. Prostrate spineflower is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or deck, and does not demand much prior care experience.
Botanical profile.
- Genus
- Chorizanthe
- Family
- Polygonaceae
- Native Area
- Mexico
Other names.
