About California Matchweed
- Plant Family: Asteraceae
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height by Width: 1-2' H x 3' W
- Growth Habit: Clumpy with erect stems
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Summer semi-deciduous
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Preference: Well-drained
- Water Requirements: Drought tolerant to occasional
- Cold Hardy to: 15 F
- Flower Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color: Yellow, red
- Endangered?: Not listed
- Distribution: Coast Ranges, Transverse Range and Peninsular Range, coming fairly close to the coast in Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego Counties
- Natural Habitat: Slopes and plains, often arid areas