Monkey Flower
Erythranthe guttata
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | High |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bees |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
6"-1' × 6"-2'+ |
| Flowering Season | March-September |
| Flower Color | Yellow, with red spots on bottom petals |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -45 °F |
| Leaf Description | Rounded, sometimes lightly toothed, lacking hairs |
| Fruit | A more or less oval capsule |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 1000-9500 ft. |
| Description | Monkey flower can be found in moist canyon bottoms in mountains throughout the state. The wide elevational range of this species makes it common almost anywhere that permanent water is found. Flowers are showy, bright yellow tubes which entice pollinators and brighten up springs and seeps. In a landscape this plant will want ample water and could be sited in a moist basin, the edge of a small pond, or in an aqua/hydroponic set up. Plants will spread quickly as branches root in where they lay. Not appropriate for all gardens, but if you have a perenially wet area in your landscape, monkey flower is well worth your consideration. |
