Coastal Goldenbush
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Coastal Goldenbush
Isocoma menziesii
The Coastal Goldenbush is a bright yellow flowering plant that grows in sandy coastal areas. It helps make the beach look beautiful and provides food for butterflies and bees.
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Coastal Goldenbush is a bushy, erect perennial subshrub with many bright yellow, daisy-like flower heads clustered at branch ends. Its narrow, green leaves are often sticky and resinous, giving it a distinct texture among coastal flora.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusIsocoma
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Each tiny seed has a fluffy parachute to help it fly far on the wind!
Its bright yellow flowers are a late-season 'gas station' for migrating butterflies!
Its common name, 'goldenbush,' describes its many sunny, clustered flower heads perfectly!
This tough plant often grows right on sand dunes, soaking up the coastal sunshine!
Special abilities
Ability
Salt Shield
Coastal Goldenbush has sticky, resinous leaves that protect it from harsh salty winds and reduce water loss.
Ability
Thirsty Survivor
It grows deep roots to find underground water, helping it thrive in dry, sandy soils and survive drought.
Ability
Soil Anchor
Coastal Goldenbush develops strong roots that grip loose soil, helping to stabilize dunes and prevent coastal erosion.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 30-100 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Late summer to fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
Monarch butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Nectar source for migrating Monarch butterflies.
eaten by
Mule deer
Odocoileus hemionus
Browses foliage, though not a primary food source.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always stay on paths when exploring coastal areas to protect plants and animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Coastal Goldenbush?
30-100 cm
How wide does Coastal Goldenbush spread?
30-100 cm
How big are the flowers on Coastal Goldenbush?
1-2 cm
When does Coastal Goldenbush bloom?
Late summer to fall
Is Coastal Goldenbush edible?
No
Is Coastal Goldenbush toxic?
Mild
What is Coastal Goldenbush's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Coastal Goldenbush pollinated?
Insect
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