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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.