Dedeckera eurekensis
July gold
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Family: Polygonaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Conservation status: CNPS 1B.3
Dedeckera eurekensis (July gold) is a native California shrub in the Polygonaceae family, recognized by Narrow endemic genus restricted to limestone habitats in the Great Basin region.
July gold is a rare (CNPS 1B.3) California native shrub found in the western Inyo Mountains and Death Valley Mountains, specifically in the Last Chance and Panamint ranges, on limestone slopes at elevations of 1,200 to 2,200 meters. Flowering from June to October, this plant produces distinctive yellow to red-yellow flowers in small clusters with striking hairy perianth. Growing 2 to 7 decimeters tall with a spread of 5 to 20 meters, the shrub develops an open, hairy structure with alternating branches. Its small leaves are narrow, measuring 0.7 to 1.5 centimeters long and 0.5 to 0.8 centimeters wide, arranged alternately along the stems. The fruit is a small, approximately brown, obconic structure 2 to 3 millimeters long with a hairy tip.
Identification and appearance
Key characters: Narrow endemic genus restricted to limestone habitats in the Great Basin region
Habitat and range
Habitat: Limestone slopes
Elevation: 1200-2200 m
California counties: Inyo, Mono
Bloom period
Dedeckera eurekensis blooms Jun-Oct.
Conservation status
CNPS 1B.3
How to tell it apart
vs Eriogonum: Dedeckera has separate spreading bracts around flowers; Eriogonum has tubular cups completely surrounding flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dedeckera eurekensis native to California?
Yes. Dedeckera eurekensis is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Dedeckera eurekensis bloom?
Dedeckera eurekensis blooms Jun-Oct.
Where in California does Dedeckera eurekensis grow?
Dedeckera eurekensis occurs in Inyo, Mono, at elevations of 1200-2200 m.
What plant family does Dedeckera eurekensis belong to?
Dedeckera eurekensis is in the Polygonaceae family, genus Dedeckera.
Is Dedeckera eurekensis rare or endangered?
Dedeckera eurekensis carries California Rare Plant Rank 1B.3, state rank S3.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CNPS Rare Plant Inventory · Index of California Plant Names · CalPhotos · CDFW CNDDB
Last updated 2026-10-07
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