Rio Grande Copperlily
Rio Grande Copperlily
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Habranthus tubispathus
Habranthus tubispathus
Copperlily
Debate exists as to the origins of this plant; it occurs from South America north to Texas, where some contend it is introduced.
3
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12 inches
3
–
6 inches
Central Texas
Texas
Full Sun
Part Sun/Shade
Medium
Flowering
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About This Plant
Perennial, less than 1 foot. Does well in rocky soil in full sun. Common in parks, medians and even a few yards in northern Bexar County. Foliage and flowers are ephemeral appearing for a brief period after summer and fall rains. Not common in the nursery trade; conserve if possible to add a pop of color to lawns and flowerbeds.
Maintenance
Withstands mowing and can co-exist with many lawn and roadside grasses. Allow seeds to mature before mowing to allow reseeding.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
3-12" H, 3-6" W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Wildlife:
Pollinators
Flower Color:
Orange, Yellow
Bloom Time:
August, September, October
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Tripsacum dactyloides
Muhlenbergia lindheimeri
Zephyranthes sp.
Panicum virgatum
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