Native Habitat:
Wet meadows, streambanks, and open moist areas in western North America, including the Willamette Valley. Prefers consistently damp, well-drained soils.
 
Bloom Time:
June – August
 
Growth Habit & Mature Size:
Perennial herb, 1–3 feet tall, with sticky, resinous stems and narrow, entire leaves. Produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowers in clusters during summer.
 
Light & Soil Requirements:
Full sun to partial shade; thrives in moist, fertile soils. Tolerates seasonal wetness but not prolonged flooding.
 
Willamette Valley Native Companion Plants:
Camassia leichtlinii, Tolmiea menziesii, Achillea millefolium, Sidalcea campestris, Festuca roemeri.
 
Urban Garden Function:
Adds bold color, texture, and seasonal interest to urban meadows, riparian gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Works well in layered plantings, low-maintenance borders, and pollinator-focused gardens, providing summer blooms and ecological function.
 
Wildlife Supported:
Flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Dense foliage and sticky stems provide shelter for insects and small ground-dwelling arthropods.
 
Historical Use:
Used by Indigenous peoples for medicinal purposes, particularly for topical applications; valued ornamentally for naturalized and habitat-style plantings.