Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower)

Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) yellow flower clusters on green foliage in a close up
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) clusters of yellow petals with long thin stamens among small leaves

Botanical names: Cleome isomeris, Isomeris arborea

Common names: Bladderpod Spiderflower, Burro Fat

Family: Capparaceae

Origin: Arizona, California, Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Needs good drainage and full sun. Can survive extended drought. Fast. Yellow flowers February to May. Strongly scented evergreen leaves. Very low water use, needs good drainage.

Similar plants: Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower)


Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) yellow flower clusters on woody stems close up
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) with vibrant yellow flower clusters and small green trifoliate leaves.
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) yellow flower clusters on woody stems in a thick shrub plant.
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) displays abundant yellow flower clusters throughout the dense green woody branches.
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) brown fruit close up lying on wood surface.
Cleome isomeris (Bladderpod Spiderflower) small brown fruit on wood surface.


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