Description
Navarretia myersii (also called Myers' Navarretia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas. Its leaves are alternate, linear, and 1-2 cm long. Its flowers are white and its fruits are small, globose, and up to 1 cm in diameter.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Navarretia myersii has small, star-shaped flowers that are typically white or yellow in color. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Navarretia myersii is a perennial herb that is native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is tolerant of drought and heat. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.