Wasowski, Sally and Andy
Fremontodendron mexicanum A. Davids.
Mexican flannelbush, Southern flannelbush, Southern fremontia, Mexican fremontia
Sterculiaceae (Cacao Family)
A tall, sturdy
shrub, 6-15 ft. high and 10 ft. wide, with fuzzy, gray-green foliage. The yellow flowers fade orange over a long bloom period. Since they occur among the leaves, they do not make showy masses.
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial Habit: Shrub Fruit: Size Class: 6-12 ft.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Yellow
Bloom Time: Mar , Apr , May , Jun
Distribution
USA: CA
Native Distribution: San Diego Co. & adjacent Baja
Native Habitat: Dry canyons around 1500 ft.
USDA Native Status: L48(N) Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Sun
Soil Moisture: Dry
Soil Description: Dry, well-drained, rocky soil.
Conditions Comments: Must have excellent drainage as roots are prone to rot. Very fast growing. Not for deer areas.
Last Update: 2009-02-20
