Kaweah River Bush Monkeyflower (Diplacus Calycinus) is a perennial shrub in the Phrymaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Diplacus calycinus is a perennial subshrub endemic to California, typically found in rocky habitats such as granite outcrops and boulder-strewn areas.

Kaweah River Bush Monkeyflower

Kaweah River Bush Monkeyflower

Diplacus Calycinus

Diplacus calycinus is a perennial subshrub endemic to California, typically found in rocky habitats such as granite outcrops and boulder-strewn areas.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Kaweah River Bush Monkeyflower

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
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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Growth Hack

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Kaweah River Bush Monkeyflower
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Taxonomy

Family:Phrymaceae
Genus:Diplacus