Mimulus cardinalis

Scientific Name (Genus/Species): Mimulus cardinalis

Family: (Phrymaceae)

(P) to 2′. Scarlet Monkey Flower. Oregon to California. Native to wet areas throughout the Western mountains. A robust, creeping perennial with very showy, two-inch, orange-red tubular blooms, prominent lower lips, and yellow markings in the throat. The light green leaves are pointed, sharply toothed, and sticky with prominent veins. Needs regular watering to look its best. Perfect beside a pond, stream or water feature. Trim as needed to keep tidy as it spreads outwards rather than up. A hummingbird favourite.  Moist and fertile soil. Sun/partial shade. 4 & T2