Scutellaria antirrhinoides

Species Name: Scutellaria antirrhinoides
Common Name: Scullcap

A low-growing, spreading groundcover. Best with regular water. Small purple flowers in spring, followed by summer dormancy.

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Plant Family: Lamiaceae

Plant Type: Groundcover

Height by Width: 2-12 in. H x spreading

Growth Habit: Low, spreading by rhizomes

Deciduous/Evergreen: Summer dormant

Growth Rate: Fast

Sun Exposure: Part sun to shade

Soil Preference: Well-draining

Water Requirements: Moderate to regular

Cold Hardy to: 6000'

Flower Season: Spring

Flower Color: Violet

Endangered?:

Distribution: North West, Cascade Range, northern Sierra Nevada

Natural Habitat: Dry, rocky, often serpentine slopes, ridges, oak woodland, coniferous forest below 6000'

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