| Plant Habit: | Grass/Grass-like |
| Life cycle: | Annual |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
| Water Preferences: | Dry |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 2 -45.6 °C (-50 °F) to -42.8 °C (-45°F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 5b |
| Fruit: | Dehiscent |
| Flower Color: | Purple |
| Flower Size: | 6"-12" |
| Inflorescence Type: | Thyrse |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest |
| Edible Parts: | Sap |
| Eating Methods: | Raw |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Gophers/Voles |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Start indoors Other info |
| Pollinators: | Self |
| Conservation status: | Extinct (EX) |
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