Orcutt's bristleweed, Hazardia orcuttii is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family.
It’s native to the coastal regions of southern California and northern Baja California and is characterized by erect, branched stems that can reach up to 2 feet in height.
The leaves are narrow, lance-shaped, and often covered with a fine, bristly texture, which is a defining feature of the plant.
The plant produces small, yellow flowers arranged in dense, rounded clusters, typically blooming from late summer to early fall.
The plant is of particular interest to conservationists due to its limited distribution and specialized habitat requirements.
The species often grows in well-drained, sandy or rocky soils, making it well-adapted to the Mediterranean climate of its native range.
However, urban development, habitat fragmentation, and other environmental pressures pose significant threats to its survival.
Conservation efforts are focused on protecting the remaining natural habitats and promoting the growth of this species through various restoration projects.
The San Diego Botanic Garden has partnered with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for an Orcutt’s Hazardia reintroduction project.
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John Bagnasco has been in the gardening industry for over 50 years, starting with a horticulture degree from Michigan State University and following a stint at Frank’s Nursery and Crafts in Detroit.
After publishing his first book “Plants for the Home Vol. I” in 1976, he moved to California to become regional manager and buyer for the Nurseryland division of Sunbelt Nursery Group.
He then became the head buyer for Armstrong Garden Centers based in Glendora, California. John had a part-time affiliation with Creative Promotions for ten years before joining them full-time in October 2000 as a senior editor and radio personality for Garden Compass.
John has also taught horticulture classes at Palomar College and San Diego State University.
He is the host of the DVD “The Essential Guide to Roses,” which also features Bryan Main and Bruce and Sharon Asakawa.
His most recent book is “Planting Designs for Cacti and Succulents”.
Currently, John is a co-host on “Garden America,” an interactive live gardening show that additionally provides podcasts of the broadcasts accessible on all major platforms.
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