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Lewisia columbiana
Lewisia columbiana (Howell ex A. Gray) B.L. Rob.
Columbian bitter-root, Columbian lewisia
Portulacaceae (Purslane Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: LECO3
USDA Native Status: L48 (N), CAN (N)
A succulent perennial with numerous narrow, basal leaves subtending 4-12 in. flowering stems. The blossoms of the many-flowered, branched panicle range from white with pink venation to magenta-rose.
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Bloom Information
Bloom Color: PinkBloom Time: May , Jun , Jul , Aug
Distribution
USA: CA , ID , MT , OR , WANative Distribution: S. B.C., s. in the mts. to n.e. OR, adjacent ID & Ravalli Co., MT
Native Habitat: Exposed, gravelly banks; moist, rocky slopes
Growing Conditions
Light Requirement: Part ShadeSoil Moisture: Moist
Soil Description: Moist, well-drained soils.
Conditions Comments: Good for the rock garden. Best for use e. of the Cascades.
Propagation
Description: Not AvailableSeed Collection: Seeds are deep reddish-brown and shining when mature.
Seed Treatment: Not Available
Commercially Avail: yes
From the National Suppliers Directory
According to the inventory provided by Associate Suppliers, this plant is available at the following locations:Oregon Native Plant Nursery - Woodburn, OR
From the National Organizations Directory
According to the species list provided by Affiliate Organizations, this plant is on display at the following locations:Santa Barbara Botanic Garden - Santa Barbara, CA
Additional resources
USDA: Find Lewisia columbiana in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Lewisia columbiana in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Lewisia columbiana
Metadata
Record Modified: 2007-01-01Research By: TWC Staff