Red Bush Monkeyflower
Diplacus puniceus · Phrymaceae
- Form
- Shrub
- Height
- 1–4 ft
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Very Low
- Blooms
- Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul
- Habitat
- Chaparral · Coastal Sage Scrub
🌿 California native
Quick facts
- Habitat: Dry slopes, chaparral, coastal sage scrub
- Form / size: Sticky-leaved shrub, 1–4 ft
- Sun: Full sun to part shade · Water (established): Very low
- Blooms: Spring–summer · Pollinator value: High
Description
A shrubby monkeyflower with sticky narrow leaves and red-orange tubular flowers. It belongs to the broader sticky monkeyflower group, where flower color and local form can vary wildly.
Wildlife & pollinators
Strong hummingbird plant; also visited by native bees.
Habitat & range
Dry slopes, rocky scrub, chaparral edges, and canyon habitats in Southern California.
In the garden
Excellent for hummingbird gardens and dry slopes, but it can be short-lived. Lean soil, drainage, and light pruning after bloom help.
Propagation
From cuttings or seed. Cuttings preserve flower color and local form.
Where to see it near you
- iNaturalist — observed in Southern California
- Dry slopes, canyon edges, and native plant gardens.
Problems
Short-lived with summer water or heavy soil. Replace naturally as part of a dynamic planting.
