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Ratibida columnifera Prairie coneflower

Previous scientific name(s): Lepachys columnaris, Lepachys columnifera, Ratibida columnaris, Ratibida columnaris var. pulcherrima

 

Formerly known as Ratibida columnaris. Drought tolerant perennial; full sun. Drooping yellow ray petals surround a conical disk and are borne on a single stem. A showy species common on gentle slopes, roadsides or grassy prairies, especially on well-drained limestone soils. Recommended for inclusion in reclamation or wildflower mixtures.

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Species Attributes

Height:

12 - 24 in.

Life Form:

Perennial

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

ft.

Precipitation:

Low - Moderate

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Marginal

Moderately Coarse:

Average

Medium:

Best

Moderately Fine:

Average

Fine:

Not Adapted

Soil pH
Acidic:

Marginal

Neutral:

Best

Basic:

Marginal

Seeding Rate:

1 PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

26.50 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

737,000

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Summer Fall

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Yellow

Variety:

Stillwater

A selection from native stands in Montana, chosen for its consistent taller stature, uniform timing of seed maturation, and superior seed production. (Released 2004, source of ecotype: Carbon and Stillwater Counties, MT)

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