Golden Eardrops (Ehrendorferia Chrysantha) is a biennial to perennial herb in the Papaveraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ehrendorferia chrysantha is a perennial or biennial herbaceous plant native to California and Baja California, known for its distinctive yellow flowers and fern-like foliage.

Golden Eardrops

Golden Eardrops

Ehrendorferia Chrysantha

Ehrendorferia chrysantha is a perennial or biennial herbaceous plant native to California and Baja California, known for its distinctive yellow flowers and fern-like foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial to perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Golden Eardrops

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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Papaveraceae
Genus:Ehrendorferia