Limoncillo, Lemonscent, Narrowleaf Pectis
Pectisangustifolia

Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Pectis (PEK-tis)
Species: angustifolia (an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh)

Synonym:Pectis angustifolia var. angustifolia

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Herbaceous
Shiny/Glossy

Foliage Color

Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Bright Yellow

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements
7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry