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bladderpod spiderflower

Scientific Name: Cleome isomeris

Family: Capparaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Bladderpod Spiderflower (Cleome isomeris)

The Bladderpod Spiderflower, scientifically known as Cleome isomeris, is a fascinating plant with distinctive features and a rich history in arid environments. It belongs to the spiderflower family and is known for its unique seed pods.

Common Names

  • Bladderpod
  • Burrofat
  • California Cleome

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is described as having an "odd-smelling" odor.
  • The text does not explicitly mention toxicity to pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is described as having an "odd-smelling" odor.
  • The text does not explicitly mention toxicity to children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cleome isomeris Greene
  • Synonyms: Peritoma arborea (formerly Isomeris arborea), Isomeris arborea Nutt. var. globosa Coville, Isomeris arborea Nutt. var. insularis Jeps.
  • Family: Cleomaceae (Spiderflower Family) or Capparidaceae (Caper Family).

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, including Arizona and California.
  • Commonly found in the Sonoran Desert.

Morphology and Growth Habits

  • A perennial shrub or bush, ranging in size from 3 to 10 feet tall.
  • Characterized as an erect, rounded, and profusely-branched shrub with stiff stems.
  • Leaves are palmate, typically with three leaflets.
  • Features odd-smelling, yellow flowers with extended stamens that bloom in late summer and autumn.
  • Develops distinctive pods resembling paper lanterns after flowering.

Ecological Role

  • Attracts bees and is sometimes referred to as Beeplant.

Quirky Facts

  • Besides Bladderpod, it is also known as Burro Fat.
  • The plant's flowers are described as "odd-smelling".
  • The seed pods have a unique "paper lantern" appearance.

Further Information

  • USDA Plants Database: http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=CLIS
  • Discover Life: Information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cleome isomeris.