YERBA MANSA
Anemopsis californica
Yerba Mansa (Anemopsis californica) is a unique perennial herb native to the southwestern United States, particularly in the arid and wetland regions of the desert southwest. This distinctive plant is characterized by its broad, spade-shaped leaves and cone-shaped clusters of small, white, or pale yellow flowers that appear in the spring and summer. Yerba Mansa holds cultural and traditional significance for Native American communities, known for its medicinal properties and used in various remedies. Ecologically, it provides important habitat and sustenance for local wildlife and is a vital component of the wetland ecosystems in which it is found. Its adaptability to both arid and wet environments and its cultural and ecological importance make Yerba Mansa a plant of interest for both native landscaping and ethnobotanical enthusiasts in the region.
LIFE CYCLE:
Perennial
PLANT TYPE:
Subshrub
GROWTH:
Spreading
DORMANCY:
Semi-Deciduous
FLOWER COLOR:
White
DIFFICULTY:
Moderate
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