common large monkey flower
Also known as: monkey flower; seep monkeyflower; spotted monkey flower
A short-lived perennial to 30cm, with spreading stems, toothed, oval, mid-green leaves and bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers, often marked with red in the throat, in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- common large monkey flower (Mimulus guttatus)
- Genus
- Mimulus
- Family
- Phrymaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial · Bogs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Matforming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of common large monkey flower
Distribution map
Western North America
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of common large monkey flower
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common large monkey flower care guide
- Keep soil consistently moist; water regularly, especially in dry conditions.
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Keep soil consistently moist; water regularly, especially in dry conditions.
Fertilizing
FertilizingApply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Pruning
PruningNo pruning needed
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
Growing
GrowingGrow in fertile, humus-rich, permanently moist soil in sun or semi-shade
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be affected by powdery mildews
Pests
Slugs and snails may be a problem
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