Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush)

Encelia farinosa (Brittlebush) with yellow flower and silver foliage in this desert plant image

Botanical name: Encelia farinosa

Common names: Brittlebush, Goldenhills, Incienso

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Mexico

Small plant 2-5 ftFull sunModerate waterYellow, orange flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical 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.

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) yellow flower clusters on stems with dusty green leaves close up


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