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Golden Banner

This plant grows in tall colonies with bright yellow elongated flower clusters. The flowers have the standard pea shape and are often confused for the lupine. Leaves are in clusters of three pointed ovals.

Wildflower Details

Scientific Name:Thermopsis montana
Native:Yes
Growing Season:All summer
Other Names:

Yellow Pea, Mountain Golden Banner

Habitat:Montane, Subalpine
Family:Pea