Pittocaulon Species, Broomstick Tree, Palo, Paloloco

Pittocaulonpraecox

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Pittocaulon (pit-oh-KAW-lon)
Species
praecox (pray-koks)
Synonym
Senecio praecox
Cineraria praecox
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bright Yellow
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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