Seep Monkeyflower
Erythranthe guttata
Also listed as Mimulus cupriphilus, Mimulus guttatus
Also known as Monkeyflower, Yellow Monkeyflower, Common Yellow Monkeyflower
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A low-growing perennial wildflower with spotted red and yellow tubular flowers that bloom prolifically in moist, shaded conditions. Native to seepage areas and wet meadows, it thrives in cool, consistently moist soil.
Why grow it
Seep monkeyflower offers reliable color in wet, shaded microclimates where many ornamental perennials struggle. Unlike some moisture-loving species, it establishes readily from seed and requires minimal intervention once established in appropriate conditions. It provides a native alternative to exotic shade-loving flowers in regions where it occurs naturally.
Watch out for
This plant performs poorly in dry or well-drained soil and tends to decline if watering becomes inconsistent during the growing season. In garden settings, it may self-seed prolifically in ideal conditions, which some gardeners find valuable while others may need to thin seedlings to maintain desired spacing.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Phrymaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Oregon and Northern California native
Native to: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A low-growing perennial wildflower with spotted red and yellow tubular flowers that bloom prolifically in moist, shaded conditions. Native to seepage areas and wet meadows, it thrives in cool, consistently moist soil.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Seep Monkeyflower grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Seep monkeyflower offers reliable color in wet, shaded microclimates where many ornamental perennials struggle. Unlike some moisture-loving species, it establishes readily from seed and requires minimal intervention once established in appropriate conditions. It provides a native alternative to exotic shade-loving flowers in regions where it occurs naturally.
Watch out for
This plant performs poorly in dry or well-drained soil and tends to decline if watering becomes inconsistent during the growing season. In garden settings, it may self-seed prolifically in ideal conditions, which some gardeners find valuable while others may need to thin seedlings to maintain desired spacing.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Phrymaceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Oregon and Northern California native
Native to: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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