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dentnut cryptantha

Scientific Name: Cryptantha abata

Family: Boraginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cryptantha abata

Cryptantha abata, also known as Dentnut Cryptantha, is a perennial plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family.

Common Names

  • Dentnut Cryptantha
  • Abata Cryptantha
  • Dent-nut Catseye
  • Low Cat's Eye

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cryptantha abata I.M. Johnst.
  • Family: Boraginaceae
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonym: Cryptantha modesta Payson

Morphology and Growth Habit

  • Cryptantha abata is described as a subshrub, forb, or herb.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is native to North America.
  • It is found in areas such as the South Kaibab Trail and Arizona.