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glandular clarkia
Scientific Name: Clarkia arcuata
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Clarkia arcuata - Glandular Clarkia
Clarkia arcuata is a flowering plant belonging to the evening primrose family (Onagraceae). It is commonly known as glandular clarkia or glandular fairyfan.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clarkia arcuata (Kellogg) A. Nelson & J.F. Macbr.
- Family: Onagraceae (evening primrose family)
- Synonym: Godetia hispidula S.
Distribution and Habitat
This plant is endemic to California, specifically the Sierra Nevada foothills, in the western United States.
Morphological Characteristics
Clarkia arcuata is described as an annual herb.
Interactions with Other Organisms
Some plants in the Clarkia genus, including Clarkia breweri, synthesize volatile phenylpropene compounds like eugenol and isoeugenol for defense against herbivores and pathogens. Clarkia breweri also produces monoterpenes in glandular trichomes.
Further Information
- Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Clarkia arcuata.
- ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System): Clarkia arcuata TSN 27578