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James' cryptantha

Scientific Name: Cryptantha cinerea var. arenicola

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 belonging to the Borage family.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text describes linear leaves covered by hairs that dry to become prickles, which could pose a physical irritant.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cryptantha cinerea (Greene) Cronquist var. jamesii (Torr.) Cronquist
  • Common Names: James' cryptantha, James' catseye, James' cat's-eye, Bownut Cryptantha
  • Family: Boraginaceae (Borage family)
  • Synonyms: Cryptantha jamesii (Torr.) Payson

Distribution and Habitat

This plant is found in the west and southwest USA, including locations such as Deertrails Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument in Kane County, Utah.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Described as a low-growing perennial forb.
  • Features linear leaves covered by hairs that dry to become prickles.

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • Discover Life