Browneyes (Chylismia Claviformis) is a annual herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Chylismia claviformis is an annual or occasionally perennial herb native to California and parts of the southwestern United States and Mexico. It features a basal rosette of long oval leaves and produces stems often exceeding half a meter in height with inflorescences of primrose-like flowers.

Browneyes

Browneyes

Chylismia Claviformis

Chylismia claviformis is an annual or occasionally perennial herb native to California and parts of the southwestern United States and Mexico. It features a basal rosette of long oval leaves and produces stems often exceeding half a meter in height with inflorescences of primrose-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant garden plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Browneyes

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae
Genus:Chylismia