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slender cleomella
Scientific Name: Cleomella parviflora
Family: Capparaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cleomella parviflora
Also known as slender cleomella or slender stinkweed, Cleomella parviflora is an interesting plant with a few quirks.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is commonly called "stinkweed," which might indicate an unpalatable smell or taste that could deter pets, but further investigation is warranted.
Considerations for Children
- The plant is commonly called "stinkweed," which might indicate an unpalatable smell or taste that could deter interaction, but further investigation is warranted.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cleomella parviflora A. Gray
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: small-flower stinkweed, smallflower cleomella, slender cleomella
- Family: Capparaceae (based on mentions of related species and families) and Cleomaceae.
Distribution and Habitat
- Cleomella parviflora is native to eastern California and also found outside of California.
- Specific locations mentioned include Monitor Valley and Nye County.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is described as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass) and an annual herb.
- Classified as a dicot.
Quirky Facts
- The common name "stinkweed" suggests a notable odor.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas from a gardening community.
- USDA, NRCS provides distributional maps.
- Discover Life mobile offers ecology, identification, and distribution information.
- Biodroid contains a Drone-Application-Server database publication.