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King's bird's-beak

Scientific Name: Cordylanthus kingii ssp. densiflorus

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

King's Bird's-Beak (Cordylanthus kingii subsp. kingii)

Cordylanthus kingii subsp. kingii, commonly known as King's bird's-beak, is an annual herb native to certain regions. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other characteristics.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cordylanthus kingii S. Watson subsp. kingii
  • Common Name: King's bird's-beak
  • Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
  • Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but note the use of "King's bird'sbeak" (without hyphens) as a common name.
  • Related ITIS Name: Cordylanthus kingii S. Wats. (TSN 33542)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The provided text indicates that Cordylanthus kingii is a native species.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb.
  • Duration: Annual.
  • It is also described as a hemiparasitic annual herb.

Quirky Facts

  • The common name, "King's bird's-beak," evokes a strong image and may be linked to the plant's shape or appearance, though the text does not elaborate on this association.