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James' cryptantha
Scientific Name: Cryptantha cinerea var. abortiva
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cryptantha cinerea var. jamesii
Also known as James' cryptantha, James' catseye, and James' cat's-eye, Cryptantha cinerea var. jamesii is a plant with several common names reflecting its unique characteristics.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has hairs that dry to become prickles.
Considerations for Children
- This plant has hairs that dry to become prickles.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cryptantha cinerea (Greene) Cronquist var. jamesii (Torr.) Cronquist
- Family: Boraginaceae (Borage family)
- Genus: Cryptantha Lehm. ex G. Don
- Species: Cryptantha cinerea (Greene) Cronquist
- Synonyms: Cryptantha jamesii (Torr.) Payson
Common Names
- James' cryptantha
- James' catseye
- James' cat's-eye
- Bownut Cryptantha (referring to Cryptantha cinerea)
Distribution and Habitat
This plant is found in the west and southwest USA, including locations such as the Deertrails Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument in Kane County, UT.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Cryptantha cinerea is described as a low-growing perennial forb.
- It has linear leaves covered by hairs that dry to become prickles.
Additional Information
Cryptantha is a genus of flowering plants. Cryptantha cinerea is referred to as White Forget-me-not.
Further Information
- USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
- Discover Life
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Dave's Garden