San Francisco Woodland Star (Lithophragma Affine) is a perennial herb in the Saxifragaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lithophragma affine is a rhizomatous perennial herb native to California, characterized by erect or leaning tall naked flowering stems and basal leaves divided into lobes.

San Francisco Woodland Star

San Francisco Woodland Star

Lithophragma Affine

Lithophragma affine is a rhizomatous perennial herb native to California, characterized by erect or leaning tall naked flowering stems and basal leaves divided into lobes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for San Francisco Woodland Star

Jan
Prune
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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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San Francisco Woodland Star
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Taxonomy

Family:Saxifragaceae
Genus:Lithophragma