Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush)

Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) with yellow flower and silver foliage in this desert plant image
Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) stems carry yellow flower heads above a base of silver green foliage.

Botanical name: Encelia farinosa

Common names: Brittlebush, Goldenhills, Incienso

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 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 dryWatering: Moderate
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
Ethnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Ethnomedical: Ethnomedical plant, traditionally used in folk or indigenous medicine

Perennial, Deciduous. The leaves drop off during periods of drought and after heavy frosts. Landscape Uses:Border, Erosion control, Ground cover, Massing, Specimen. Requires a very warm sunny position in a deep very well-drained soil.


Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) yellow flower close up capturing multiple vibrant golden blossoms and silver foliage.
Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) with yellow flowers and textured silver foliage during a sunny day.
Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) yellow flower clusters on stems with dusty green leaves close up
Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) yellow flowers with small central discs and muted green foliage nearby


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