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Glacial Yellow Rattle

Rhinanthus glacialis, Orobanchaceae

Zones
3–7
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Ground CoverPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Long-leaved Hare's EarBupleurum longifolium
Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Purple Milk VetchAstragalus danicus

Glacial Yellow Rattle is hemiparasitic and may parasitize Purple Milk Vetch, reducing its vigor

Hairy MelicMelica ciliata

Rhinanthus is hemiparasitic and can parasitize grasses including Melica species

Uses

Functions

Alpine Ground CoverPollinator SupportMeadow RestorationBiodiversity

Edible Parts

Young Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Eye TreatmentsWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Glacial Yellow Rattle grow in?

Glacial Yellow Rattle grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Glacial Yellow Rattle?

Good companions for Glacial Yellow Rattle include Long-leaved Hare's Ear.

Design guilds with Glacial Yellow Rattle and see companion relationships visually.

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