Purple Owl's-Clover
NamePurple Owl's-Clover
Species NameCastilleja exserta
Common NamePurple Owl's-Clover
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems
Foliage Typeherbaceous
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesKnown for its striking magenta-purple flower spikes and its hemiparasitic nature, requiring a host plant for survival.
Description
This specimen of Purple Owl's-Clover displays vibrant magenta-purple flower spikes, characteristic of its species. It is shown growing naturally in a dense field, indicating a healthy wild population. The plant's structure is herbaceous, with multiple upright stems.
