LASTHENIA glabrata (Goldfields)
Lasthenia Glabrata commonly known as ‘Goldfields’. North American species of flowering plant in the daisy family known by the common names yellow ray goldfields and yellow-rayed lasthenia. It is endemic to California, where it is a resident of vernal pools. The seed can be parched and eaten dry or made into a powder and eaten dry or cooked like a porridge. Requires a moderately good garden soil and a warm sheltered position. It usually blooms during March, April, May to June.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 93,750 | 1,500 |
| 1/4LB | 375,000 | 6,000 |
| 1/2LB | 750,000 | 12,000 |
| 1LB | 1,500,000 | 24,000 |
| 5LB | 7,500,000 | 120,000 |
Scientific Name: Lasthenia Glabrata
Common Name: Goldfields
Plant Type: Annual
Habitats: Heavy Soils, Vernal Pools, Low Alkaline Field.
Family: Asteraceae
Native Range: Native and limited to California
Height: 6-12"
Spread: 7-12 "
Zone: 6-10
Exposure: Needs full Sun
Blooming Season: Late spring, Early Summer
Attracts: Butterflies
Flower Color: Yellow
Water Requirement: Low
Soil Type: Well-drained soil, can grow in nutritionally poor soil
Soil pH: 6.0 to 8.0
Uses: The seeds can be parched and eaten dry or made into powder