Orange Bush Monkeyflower

The orange bush monkeyflower (Diplacus aurantiacus) is native to California and blooms from July to September. Its sticky leaves prevent the orange tube-like flower from drying out. Moths, larvae, and other insects consume the sweet nectar from inside the flowers. Not just a pretty plant, the orange bush monkeyflower has practical uses. The Ohlone created extracts from monkeyflower plant parts to treat liver and bladder problems.