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Springville clarkia

Scientific Name: Clarkia springvillensis

Family: Onagraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names: CA (Springville clarkia)

       

Clarkia springvillensis

Also known as Springville clarkia or Springville Fairyfan, Clarkia springvillensis is a rare and endangered flowering plant.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • This plant belongs to the evening primrose family (Onagraceae).
  • The plant is an annual herb.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Clarkia springvillensis Vasek
  • Common Names: Springville clarkia, Springville Fairyfan
  • Family: Onagraceae (Evening-primrose family)
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted
  • Related ITIS Name: Clarkia springvillensis Vasek (TSN 27629)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Clarkia springvillensis is endemic to Tulare County, California.
  • It is specifically found near Springville, California.

Conservation Status

  • Clarkia springvillensis is a California Endangered plant species. Killing or possessing the plant is prohibited by the California Endangered Species Act.
  • The Springville Clarkia is on the U.S. Endangered Species List.
  • Globally Critically Imperiled (G1)

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is an annual herb.
  • Flowers from May to July.
  • Flowers are lavender-pink.

Further Information

  • Discover Life has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Clarkia springvillensis.
  • International Plant Names Index lists Clarkia springvillensis Vasek.
  • Encyclopedia of Life has information on Clarkia springvillensis within the Onagraceae family.