Little combseed (Pectocarya pusilla)

Little combseed

Little combseed is a diminutive annual herb that thrives in sandy soils across arid landscapes. Its small stature, often overlooked, boasts delicate, linear leaves and inconspicuous flowers that give way to distinctive nutlets. The nutlets, marked with fine ridges, aid in dispersal, testifying to little combseed's resilience in harsh conditions.

Scientific classification

Species

Little combseed (Pectocarya pusilla)

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Annual

Lifespan

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Care Guide for Little combseed

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Pruning: The plant little combseed features delicate, hairy leaves and small white flowers. Prune selectively in early to late spring to improve air circulation and encourage healthy growth. Avoid heavy pruning to minimize stress and monitor for diseased stems, using sanitized tools to prevent disease.

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