Proboscidea louisianica, Devil's Claw
Popular
Historical Uses:
The Shoshoni were reported to use the dried pods to make black dye
Special Notes:
The rough, black seed coating can be trimmed off with small clippers. The seed can then be sown directly. Germination should occur in as little as 3 days.
- Listing ID: 2892
- Duration: Annual
- Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 1-2
- Stratification: Remove black seed coat and direct sow
- Bloom Time: July-August
- Family: Pedaliaceae (Sesame)
- Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun
- Latin Name: Proboscidea louisianica
- Common Name: Devil's Claw
- Eco-Region: 251, 255