Wide-throated Yellow Monkeyflower (Diplacus Brevipes) is a annual herb in the Phrymaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Diplacus brevipes is a hairy annual herb native and endemic to California, producing erect stems up to 80 cm tall with bright yellow flowers.

Wide-throated Yellow Monkeyflower

Wide-throated Yellow Monkeyflower

Diplacus Brevipes

Diplacus brevipes is a hairy annual herb native and endemic to California, producing erect stems up to 80 cm tall with bright yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
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 support, fire-adapted restoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wide-throated Yellow Monkeyflower

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Water+
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Taxonomy

Family:Phrymaceae
Genus:Diplacus