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(Kallstroemia parviflora)
Small-Flowered Carpetweed (Kallstroemia parviflora)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Layton, Utah
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 13" - 35" | 20" | You should be able to grow this plant with no additional irrigation. | Excellent |
| • High Temp. | 88°F - 97°F | 90°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 20°F - 41°F | 20°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant should grow very well at your location without additional irrigation.
Summary
Kallstroemia parviflora, commonly known as small-flowered carpetweed or warty caltrop, is an annual herb native to arid and semi-arid regions, including desert grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas such as roadsides and railroads in the southwestern United States and extending into Central America. It typically sprawls across the ground with a pubescent stem ranging from 12 to 24 inches in length. The plant is characterized by its compound leaves, each with 4 pairs of leaflets, and its distinctive orange or yellow zygomorphic flowers that bloom in the warmer months.
Small-flowered carpetweed is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in dry, poor soils, making it suitable for xeriscaping and restoration projects in arid environments. It is often used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion in disturbed areas. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. While not commonly used in ornamental gardening, its resilience and adaptability can be beneficial in challenging landscapes.CC BY-SA 4.0
Small-flowered carpetweed is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in dry, poor soils, making it suitable for xeriscaping and restoration projects in arid environments. It is often used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion in disturbed areas. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. While not commonly used in ornamental gardening, its resilience and adaptability can be beneficial in challenging landscapes.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Orange, Yellow
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Natural Habitat
Arid and semi-arid regions, including desert grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas
Other Names
Common Names: Smallflower Carpetweed, Smallflowered Kallstroemia
Scientific Names: Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia intermedia, Kallstroemia laetevirens
GBIF Accepted Name: Kallstroemia parviflora