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redspot clarkia
Scientific Name: Clarkia speciosa ssp. nitens
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Redspot Clarkia (Clarkia speciosa)
Clarkia speciosa, commonly known as redspot clarkia, is a beautiful wildflower endemic to California. This annual plant adds a splash of color to its native landscape and can be found in gardens as well.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clarkia speciosa
- Family: Evening Primrose Family (Onagraceae)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms/Subspecies:
- Clarkia speciosa subsp. immaculata (Pismo clarkia)
- Clarkia speciosa subsp. nitens
- Clarkia speciosa subsp. polyantha
- Clarkia speciosa subsp. speciosa
- Authority: Clarkia speciosa F.H. Lewis & M.E. Lewis
- Latin name: Clarkia speciosa H. Lewis & M. Lewis ssp. polyantha H. Lewis & M. Lewis
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to California.
- Specifically found in the central part of the state, ranging from the Hollister area south.
Morphological Characteristics
- Annual wildflower.
- Can grow to a height of about 2 feet and a width of about 9 inches.
Historical Uses
- Indigenous Californians are known to have sown Clarkia species and harvested the seeds for food.
Interesting Varieties and Related Species
- Mountain Garland (Clarkia unguiculata) is a related species that is also popular in gardens.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
- Discover Life has a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Clarkia speciosa.
- International Plant Names Index lists Clarkia speciosa F.H.Lewis & M.E.Lewis.