Calyptridium umbellatum (Mt. Hood Pussy Paws)

Plant Description: A mat forming, low growing perennial native from BC to Southern California and as far east as Colorado. Calyptridium umbellatum forms spoon shaped rosette leaves followed by clusters of flowers from pink to white, often flush with the ground as opposed to upright, depending on soil temperatures.

• Height: 6 "
  
• Width: 1 ft
  
• Watering needs: dryer, drought tolerant once established
  
• Sun needs: full sun to part shade
  
• Soil needs: sandy, rocky, well draining
  
• Bloom Time: mid-late summer
  
• Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): No

Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Mt. Hood Pussy Paws grows in a wide variety of conditions including very challenging alpine conditions, very sandy, dry, and nutrient poor soil with minimal water. Attracts moths, butterflies, and pollinators.