Thick-leaved Yerba Santa
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Thick-leaved Yerba Santa
Eriodictyon crassifolium
Thick-leaved Yerba Santa is a special plant with big, thick leaves. It grows in sunny places and has a lovely smell that attracts butterflies and bees!
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The Thick-leaved Yerba Santa has thick, leathery dark green leaves, often sticky with resin. Its bell-shaped flowers are small, clustered, and range from white to lavender-purple, appearing at stem tips.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderBoraginalesFamilyNamaceaeGenusEriodictyon
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Even its tough seeds can stay dormant in the soil for years, waiting for perfect conditions to sprout!
Its bell-shaped flowers can change color from white to purple as they mature!
Its scientific name, 'Eriodictyon,' means 'woolly net,' describing the fuzzy texture of its leaves!
The plant's strong, resinous scent can fill the air, especially after rain, making it easy to find!
Special abilities
Ability
Water-Saving Armor
Thick-leaved Yerba Santa has a waxy, sticky coating on its leaves that helps it hold onto precious water in dry climates.
Ability
Fire Survival Master
This plant can quickly resprout from its roots after a wildfire, helping it recover and thrive in burned areas.
Ability
Sun Shield
Its hairy, often curled leaves reduce sun exposure, protecting the plant from intense heat and preventing water loss.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 50-250 cm
- Spread
- 50-200 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.8-1.2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to early Summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Yellow-faced Bumble Bee
Bombus vosnesenskii
Collects nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
eats
Yerba Santa Psyllid
Cacopsylla yerbasantae
Feeds on the sap from its leaves and stems.
eaten by
Mule Deer
Odocoileus hemionus
May browse leaves and twigs, especially young growth.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Shrub
A shrub is a woody plant smaller than a tree, typically with multiple stems branching from or near the ground.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
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.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Thick-leaved Yerba Santa?
50-250 cm
How wide does Thick-leaved Yerba Santa spread?
50-200 cm
How big are the flowers on Thick-leaved Yerba Santa?
0.8-1.2 cm
When does Thick-leaved Yerba Santa bloom?
Spring to early Summer
Is Thick-leaved Yerba Santa edible?
Yes
Is Thick-leaved Yerba Santa toxic?
None
What is Thick-leaved Yerba Santa's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Thick-leaved Yerba Santa pollinated?
Insect
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