Wikimedia Commons
Plantaginaceae
Desert Penstemon
Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Desert splendor.
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Genus
- Penstemon
- Native to
- Southwestern United States, Northern Mexico
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Type
- perennial herb
- Height
- 2-4 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- dry, rocky, well-drained soil
- Water
- low
- Hardiness
- 5-10
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The species name 'pseudospectabilis' means 'falsely showy,' ironically describing one of the showiest penstemons of the desert.
- Desert penstemon has distinctive triangular, clasping leaves that surround the stem, giving the foliage a unique geometric look.
- Penstemon is the largest genus of flowering plants endemic to North America, with over 280 species.
- The tubular flowers are perfectly shaped for hummingbird pollination, and Anna's hummingbirds are frequent visitors.
- Desert penstemon can self-sow and form large colonies along desert roadsides and rocky slopes after wet winters.
Color meanings
0
vivacity
1
bold beauty