Distinctive Flowers
Produces small white flowers with prominent pink to purple stamens that extend beyond the petals.
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Wildflower Polanisia Dodecandra Seeds
Polanisia Dodecandra, commonly known as Clammyweed or Redwhisker Clammyweed, is a North American annual wildflower recognized for its delicate white flowers and long pink to purple stamens. Its upright, branching growth habit and distinctive foliage make it suitable for native wildflower gardens, prairie-style landscapes, and naturalized planting areas. This adaptable plant grows well in sunny locations with sandy, gravelly, or well-drained soil.
Clammyweed
Native Wildflower
White Pink-Stamen Flowers
Annual Flowering Plant
Key Features
Upright Growth Habit
Develops branching upright stems with an open growth structure suitable for naturalized garden displays.
Adaptable Soil Conditions
Grows in sandy, gravelly, and well-drained soils, including naturally disturbed planting areas.
Wildlife Garden Interest
Its flowers provide nectar and pollen resources for visiting insects and other garden pollinators.
Product Highlights
Scientific name: Polanisia dodecandra
Commonly called Clammyweed
White flowers with pink-purple stamens
Native North American wildflower
Upright branching annual growth
Suitable for prairie-style gardens
Tolerates sandy and gravelly soil
Can self-seed under suitable conditions
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Polanisia dodecandra |
| Common Name | Clammyweed; Redwhisker Clammyweed |
| Plant Family | Cleomaceae |
| Seed Type | Wildflower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Annual Wildflower |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching, herbaceous plant |
| Flower Color | White petals with pink to purple stamens |
| Flowering Season | Summer to early fall, depending on location |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | 4–7 (reported growing range; local adaptation varies) |
| Planting Season | Fall to early spring, or spring according to local climate |
| Growing Season | Spring through fall |
| Sowing Season | Fall through early spring for outdoor sowing |
| Sowing Months | October–March, depending on local climate |
| Germination Time | Variable; depends on seed lot, temperature, and preparation |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 19–21°C under suitable conditions |
| Seed Stratification | Cold stratification may improve germination in some seed lots |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Requirements | Sandy, gravelly, or well-drained soil |
| Watering | Low to moderate; avoid prolonged waterlogging |
| Plant Height | Approximately 8–36 inches, depending on growing conditions |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 6–18 inches, depending on planting purpose |
| Propagation | Seeds |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Polanisia dodecandra seeds can benefit from exposure to cool conditions before germination. Outdoor fall sowing allows seeds to experience natural seasonal temperature changes.
Polanisia dodecandra seeds can benefit from exposure to cool conditions before germination. Outdoor fall sowing allows seeds to experience natural seasonal temperature changes.
Step 2: Choose a Sunny Location
Select a garden area that receives full sunlight. The plant naturally grows in open areas, sandy locations, and gravelly habitats.
Select a garden area that receives full sunlight. The plant naturally grows in open areas, sandy locations, and gravelly habitats.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in prepared soil. Cover lightly and maintain suitable moisture during the establishment period.
Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in prepared soil. Cover lightly and maintain suitable moisture during the establishment period.
Step 4: Water Carefully
Keep the soil lightly moist while seedlings establish. Once plants are growing, avoid excessive watering and allow the soil to drain properly.
Keep the soil lightly moist while seedlings establish. Once plants are growing, avoid excessive watering and allow the soil to drain properly.
Step 5: Allow Flowering and Seed Formation
Allow established plants to develop their characteristic flowers and elongated seed capsules. Mature seeds can be collected for future planting, or plants can be allowed to self-seed naturally.
Allow established plants to develop their characteristic flowers and elongated seed capsules. Mature seeds can be collected for future planting, or plants can be allowed to self-seed naturally.
Bring Native Wildflower Interest to Your Garden
Wildflower Polanisia Dodecandra adds distinctive white flowers and colorful extended stamens to sunny garden spaces. Its upright growth, adaptability to well-drained soils, and natural self-seeding habit make it suitable for prairie gardens, native plant collections, and naturalized landscapes. Provide plenty of sunlight and suitable soil drainage to support healthy growth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about Polanisia Dodecandra seed germination, flower characteristics, and growing requirements.
How do you germinate Polanisia dodecandra seeds?
Sow Polanisia dodecandra seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil. Fall to early spring outdoor sowing allows seeds to experience natural cold conditions. Some seed lots also benefit from additional cold stratification. Keep the soil suitably moist during germination and provide a sunny location for established seedlings.
What do Polanisia dodecandra flowers look like?
Polanisia dodecandra produces small flowers with four white petals and prominent pink to purple stamens. The long stamens extend beyond the petals, creating its distinctive redwhisker appearance. Flowers grow in clusters at the ends of branching stems.
Does Polanisia dodecandra attract butterflies and bees?
Yes. Polanisia dodecandra provides pollen and nectar resources for visiting insects. It is also documented as a larval host plant for certain white butterflies, including the Cabbage White, Checkered White, and Great Southern White. It can be included in suitable native wildlife and pollinator garden designs.