Life History
Ipomopsis aggregata is pollinated most commonly by long-tongued moths and hummingbirds, although others can be seen(1). Basal leaves overwinter, even in subalpine areas of the Rocky Mountains. The plant blooms in late spring to early summer, and into fall if climate conditions are favorable. Optimal growing conditions include little water, part shade, and sandy soil. Although defined as hermaphroditic, “Ipomopsis aggregata” has shown sex allocation in flowering months, with phenotypic gender reaching a proportion of 0.77 female components to male.
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