Mimulus primuloides ssp. linearifolius

Scientific Name: Erythranthe linearifolia

Also Known As

Erythranthe primuloides ssp. linearifolius
Mimulus primuloides linearifolius
Mimulus primuloides var. linearifolius
Monkey Moss

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

4a-11

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Mimulus primuloides ssp. linearifolius plant details

Mimulus primuloides ssp. linearifolius is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Mimulus primuloides ssp. linearifolius

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Mimulus primuloides ssp. linearifolius

USDA Zones: 4a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A super short, practically flat growing California native that’s native to wetland areas. This subspecies is more compactly growing than the regular species, with smaller, slightly toothed, hairless leaves. Thin, 4” red stems support flowers that are less than an inch across and often spattered with symmetrical red spots. Tolerant of many solids, and spreads moderately where moisture is present. Potentially groundcover-ey, and super-cute pond-side, in between pavers, or incorporated in meadow plantings. Spring and Summer blooming, and self sows where not hardy!