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San Bernardino spineflower
Scientific Name: Chorizanthe parryi var. parryi
Family: Polygonaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Chorizanthe parryi: The San Bernardino Spineflower
Spineflowers, including Chorizanthe parryi, are a group of plants found in western North America and South America. This particular species is often referred to by its common name, San Bernardino spineflower.
Considerations for Pets
- The text describes it as a "tiny, abrasive-looking weed".
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Chorizanthe parryi S. Watson
- Common Names: San Bernardino spineflower, Parry's spineflower
- Family: Polygonaceae (Buckwheat family)
- Synonyms: The text doesn't explicitly list synonyms but mentions several related species and varieties.
- Taxonomic Rank: Species, Variety (Chorizanthe parryi S. Watson var. parryi)
Distribution and Habitat
- Historically found in alluvial systems on the coastal side of the transverse range, including Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties.
- Specific locations mentioned include the San Bernardino National Forest, Mojave National Preserve, and areas near the Santa Ana River.
- It thrives in desert and creosote bush scrub habitats, up to an altitude of 4000 feet in areas like San Bernardino and San Jacinto.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Described as a forb/herb.
- It is an annual plant.
- The text refers to it as a "tiny, abrasive-looking weed".
Ecological Role
- It appears in the context of threatened and endangered species, alongside other plants and animals of concern, specifically in San Bernardino County.