Stiffbranch Bird's Beak (Cordylanthus Rigidus) is a annual herb in the Orobanchaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cordylanthus rigidus is a hairy annual herb native to California and northern Baja California, known for its stiff branches and bird's beak-shaped flowers.

Stiffbranch Bird's Beak

Stiffbranch Bird's Beak

Cordylanthus Rigidus

Cordylanthus rigidus is a hairy annual herb native to California and northern Baja California, known for its stiff branches and bird's beak-shaped flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

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 plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Stiffbranch Bird's Beak

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

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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Stiffbranch Bird's Beak
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Taxonomy

Family:Orobanchaceae
Genus:Cordylanthus