Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis)

The Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis) has green foliage and inconspicuous yellow flowers, with a moderate amount of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis) will reach up to 2.5 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Mule-ears (Amplexicaulis) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by bare root, seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have low vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -38°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.