Yellow Owl's-clover (Orthocarpus Luteus) is a annual herb in the Orobanchaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Orthocarpus luteus, commonly known as yellow owl's-clover, is a flowering plant species in the broomrape family native to western North America.

Yellow Owl's-clover

Yellow Owl's-clover

Orthocarpus Luteus

Orthocarpus luteus, commonly known as yellow owl's-clover, is a flowering plant species in the broomrape family native to western North America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, native plant restoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Owl's-clover

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Orobanchaceae
Genus:Orthocarpus