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Grand Junction cryptantha
Scientific Name: Cryptantha aperta
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Grand Junction Cryptantha (Cryptantha aperta)
The Grand Junction Cryptantha, scientifically known as Cryptantha aperta, is a perennial subshrub found in specific regions of the United States. It belongs to the Boraginaceae family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cryptantha aperta (Eastw.) Payson
- Family: Boraginaceae (Borage family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Oreocarya aperta Eastw.
- Common Names: Grand Junction cryptantha, Grand Junction catseye
Distribution and Habitat
This plant is found in the United States, particularly in Colorado, near Grand Junction. It is also noted to inhabit the unique ecosystem of Rough Canyon.
- Mesa County, Colorado
- Colorado National Monument - Grand Junction
Morphological Characteristics
- Lifespan: Perennial
- Structure: Shrub, Subshrub, Forb/herb
- The plant is described as hairy.
Interactions with Other Organisms
The Grand Junction Cryptantha shares habitat with Grand Junction Milkvetch (Astragalus linifolius) and Osterhout's Cryptantha. It is also noted to occur in similar regions as sand aster, spreading fleabane, and perky Sue.
Resources
Further information can be found at:
- World Plants database
- Discover Life
- Catalogue of Life
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)