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sticky blue eyed Mary

Scientific Name: Collinsia rattanii

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Sticky Blue-Eyed Mary (Collinsia rattanii)

The Sticky Blue-Eyed Mary, scientifically known as Collinsia rattanii, is a charming native wildflower. It is also referred to as Rattan's Blue-eyed Mary or Rattan's Collinsia. This plant is noted for its sticky texture.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is described as "sticky" due to hairy glands, which might make it unpleasant if touched or ingested by pets.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is described as "sticky" due to hairy glands, which might make it unpleasant if touched.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Collinsia rattanii A. Gray
  • Common Names: Sticky Blue-Eyed Mary, Rattan's Blue-eyed Mary, Rattan's Collinsia
  • Family: Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family), formerly Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)
  • Rank: Species

Description

  • The plant is erect and covered with hairy glands, giving it a sticky texture.
  • It has a single stem.
  • Leaves are gray-green to purplish with edges that roll under.
  • The flowers are small, approximately 0.3 inches (0.8 cm) wide, blue and white, and bilaterally symmetrical.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Sticky Blue-Eyed Mary is a native plant of North America.
  • It thrives in sunny locations with partial shade.
  • It is absent from Idaho, according to the information provided.
  • Observed in Hudson Hill, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.

Quirky Facts

  • The plant's stickiness was historically useful, allowing it to be gathered easily.

Related Species

  • Other Collinsia species include: Collinsia childii (Child's Blue Eyed Mary), Collinsia parviflora (Small-flowered blue-eyed Mary), Collinsia bartsiifolia, and Collinsia tinctoria (Sticky Chinese Houses).

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • CalPhotos
  • Garden Guides
  • WildflowersWest