ocotillo
Fouquieria splendens
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A dramatic desert shrub with sparse, spiky branches that erupt in brilliant red tubular flowers in spring. Highly drought-tolerant and striking as a specimen plant or accent in xeriscape gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts of southwestern United States and Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A dramatic desert shrub with sparse, spiky branches that erupt in brilliant red tubular flowers in spring. Highly drought-tolerant and striking as a specimen plant or accent in xeriscape gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well ocotillo grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Sonoran and Chihuahuan deserts of southwestern United States and Mexico
Native to: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation