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Camphorweed

Camphorweed

Heterotheca subaxillaris

perennial☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8bZone 11b

Camphorweed is a fast-growing, aromatic perennial with small yellow flowers that bloom in late summer through fall. It thrives in dry, sunny locations and requires minimal water once established.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
fast
Size
1.5–3′ tall × 1.5–3′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 8bZone 11b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8b to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SummerFall

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Southeastern United States

Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia

Function & Care

medicinalwildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed