Woolly Paperflower

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 10°F (-12°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun

Origin: USA (New Mexico, Texas, eastern Arizona), northern Mexico, at 4000 to 7000 feet elevation, in open plains, mesas, and pine forests

Growth Habits: Clump forming, herbaceous perennial with erect woolly stems up to 2 feet tall (60 cm); basal leaves spathulate to obovate.

Watering Needs: Little water, moderately sal resistant.

Propagation: Seeds in place

There are several species of Psilostrophe in the American West. They are all mildly poisonous. Don't suck on eat or make tea with it. The Psilostrophe tagetina, is woollyer than the Psilostrophe cooperi. It is also herbaceous rather than shrubby.

Blooming Habits:
The Woolly Paperflower bears yellow flowers from the end of spring until the beginning of the fall. The Psilostrophe 'petals' stay on the flower for a long time after they finish blooming, becoming papery and dry. This is why this plant is called 'Paper Flower'.