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capitate cryptantha
Scientific Name: Cryptantha capitata
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cryptantha capitata
Also known as Capitate Cryptantha or Capitate Catseye, Cryptantha capitata is a plant belonging to the Boraginaceae family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cryptantha capitata (Eastw.) I.M. Johnst.
- Family: Boraginaceae
- Synonym: Oreocarya capitata (mentioned as an older name).
Considerations for Pets
- The plant is densely covered in spreading hairs which may be irritating.
Considerations for Children
- The plant is densely covered in spreading hairs which may be irritating.
Distribution and Habitat
This plant is found in the United States, specifically in areas like Arizona and Wyoming.
Morphological Characteristics
- Cryptantha capitata is classified as a subshrub or forb/herb.
- It is a perennial plant.
- Basal leaves are linear to linear-oblanceolate.
- The inflorescence is narrow and nearly capitate, elongating in fruit.
- All parts of the plant are densely covered in spreading hairs.
Irrigation
This plant prefers dry conditions and should only be watered when the soil has been dry for several days, typically every 4-5 weeks.
Related Species
- The genus Cryptantha contains approximately 115 species.
- Other mentioned Cryptantha species include: Cryptantha flava, Cryptantha osterhoutii, Cryptantha ambigua, Cryptantha angustifolia, Cryptantha celosioides, Cryptantha cinerea abortiva, and Cryptantha jamesii.
Further Information
More information can be found at:
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Discover Life