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hairy bird's beak
Scientific Name: Cordylanthus pilosus ssp. pilosus
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cordylanthus pilosus: Hairy Bird's Beak
Cordylanthus pilosus, commonly known as hairy bird's beak, is a fascinating plant species found in western North America. Its unique characteristics and ecological role make it an interesting subject for plant enthusiasts.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant's hairy texture might be attractive to animals, potentially leading to ingestion.
Considerations for Children
- The pointed leaves may pose a minor hazard.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cordylanthus pilosus A. Gray
- Common Name: Hairy Bird's Beak
- Family: Orobanchaceae (formerly Scrophulariaceae)
- Genus: Cordylanthus
- Rank: Species; Subspecies
- Subspecies: Cordylanthus pilosus ssp. pilosus (B.L. Rob. & Greenm.) T.I. Chuang & Heckard
- Synonyms: Hansen's Bird's Beak
Distribution and Habitat
- Cordylanthus pilosus is endemic to the mountain ranges of western North America, with a presence in Central regions.
Morphological Characteristics
- Cordylanthus pilosus is an annual herb (forb).
- The leaves are alternate, narrow, bluish-green, and hairy, reaching up to 1 inch in length with pointed ends.
Ecological Role
- Cordylanthus pilosus is a hemiparasitic plant.
Quirky Facts
- The botanical name epithet "pilosus" means "soft-hairy".
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cordylanthus pilosus.