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starlet spineflower
Scientific Name: Chorizanthe stellulata
Family: Polygonaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Chorizanthe stellulata - Starlet Spineflower
Chorizanthe stellulata, commonly known as starlet spineflower, is a fascinating flowering plant belonging to the buckwheat family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Chorizanthe stellulata Benth.
- Common Name: Starlet Spineflower
- Family: Polygonaceae (Buckwheat Family)
- Rank: Species
- Symbol: CHST5
- Synonyms: Starlet Spineflower
Distribution and Habitat
- This species is endemic to California.
- Spineflowers, in general, are found in western North America and South America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Chorizanthe stellulata is classified as a forb/herb.
- It is an annual plant.
Related Species
- Chorizanthe angustifolia (narrowleaf spineflower)
- Chorizanthe uniaristata (one-awned spineflower)
Further Information
- USDA PLANTS database.
- Discover Life page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution.