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winecup clarkia
Scientific Name: Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Clarkia purpurea: Winecup Clarkia and its Many Names
Clarkia purpurea is a captivating wildflower celebrated for its beauty and ease of cultivation. It is known by several common names, including winecup clarkia, winecup fairyfan, and purple clarkia.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clarkia purpurea (W. Curtis) A. Nelson & J.F. Macbr.
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies. Examples include:
- Clarkia purpurea ssp. purpurea
- Clarkia purpurea ssp. quadrivulnera (Douglas ex Lindl.) F.H. Lewis
- Clarkia purpurea ssp. viminea (Douglas) F.H. Lewis
- Synonyms:
- Godetia purpurea (Curtis) G. Don
- Clarkia quadrivulnera
- Godetia purpurea var. parviflora
- Common Names: Winecup clarkia, Winecup fairyfan, Purple clarkia, Purple godetia, Large clarkia, Small-flowered Godetia.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the Western United States, particularly California.
- Found in Northern, Southern, and Central California, especially in the Sacramento area.
- Prefers open, grassy habitats, scrub, and chaparral.
- Adapts well to sunny garden situations.
Morphological Characteristics
- Annual herb, growing up to 0.6 meters (2 feet) in height.
- Small, cup-like flowers with four petals.
- Flower colors range from pink to purple and deep wine red or maroon.
- Flower size is small, typically 1/4 to 1 inch in diameter.
- Often has spots on its petals.
Ecological Role
- Has special value to native bees.
Quirky Facts
- Also called "Farewell to Spring" because of its late bloom season.