Stiff Greenthread - Thelesperma filifolium
Thelesperma filifolium, with its delicate, thread-like foliage, creates an airy, almost ethereal presence in the landscape. Its profusion of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers adds a cheerful splash of color against the fine-textured greenery. The burgundy center of its flower sets it apart from it’s Thelesperma cousins. Historically, infusions prepared from this plant were used by some indigenous groups for their perceived therapeutic qualities. This species excels in prairie and wildflower gardens, where it forms light, airy drifts, blending beautifully with other native plants. Its open structure allows for excellent light penetration, making it a valuable matrix plant.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Thelesperma filifolium, with its delicate, thread-like foliage, creates an airy, almost ethereal presence in the landscape. Its profusion of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers adds a cheerful splash of color against the fine-textured greenery. The burgundy center of its flower sets it apart from it’s Thelesperma cousins. Historically, infusions prepared from this plant were used by some indigenous groups for their perceived therapeutic qualities. This species excels in prairie and wildflower gardens, where it forms light, airy drifts, blending beautifully with other native plants. Its open structure allows for excellent light penetration, making it a valuable matrix plant.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
Thelesperma filifolium, with its delicate, thread-like foliage, creates an airy, almost ethereal presence in the landscape. Its profusion of bright yellow, daisy-like flowers adds a cheerful splash of color against the fine-textured greenery. The burgundy center of its flower sets it apart from it’s Thelesperma cousins. Historically, infusions prepared from this plant were used by some indigenous groups for their perceived therapeutic qualities. This species excels in prairie and wildflower gardens, where it forms light, airy drifts, blending beautifully with other native plants. Its open structure allows for excellent light penetration, making it a valuable matrix plant.
Sun Exposure: Full
Soil Moisture: Medium-Dry, Dry
Bloom time: Summer
Height: 1-3ft
Wetland Status: UPL
