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tiny trumpet
Scientific Name: Collomia linearis
Family: Polemoniaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Collomia linearis: Exploring the Tiny Trumpet
The plant known as "Tiny Trumpet" is botanically classified as Collomia linearis. It's also referred to as Narrowleaf Collomia or Narrow-leaf Mountain Trumpet.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Collomia linearis
- Common Names: Tiny Trumpet, Narrowleaf Collomia, Narrow-leaf Mountain Trumpet
Distribution and Habitat
Collomia linearis is one of 13 Collomia species found in the United States.
Morphological Characteristics
- Flowers are noted for growing in dense clusters at the branch tips.
- Flowers are tubular, about 1/2 inch across, and range in color from pink to blue-violet.
- Leaves are pointed.
- Stems are often reddish.
- The plant has a slightly fuzzy texture.