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compact cryptantha

Scientific Name: Cryptantha compacta

Family: Boraginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Cryptantha compacta (Compact Cryptantha)

This page provides information about Cryptantha compacta, commonly known as Compact Cryptantha or Compact Cat's-eye. It is important to note that some information regarding this species is currently incomplete.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is described as a subshrub and forb/herb.
  • It produces small, shiny, lance-shaped seeds.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cryptantha compacta Higgins
  • Synonym: Oreocarya compacta (L.C.Higgins) R.B.Kelley
  • Family: Boraginaceae (Borage Family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Related ITIS Name: Cryptantha compacta Higgins (TSN 31795)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Specifically found in Washoe County, Nevada, and very western Humboldt County, Nevada.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Lifespan: Perennial.
  • Structure: Shrub.
  • Grown habit: Subshrub, Forb/herb.
  • Flowering spikes: Coiled and compact, only 0.5-2 cm long.
  • Seeds: Small, shiny, lance-shaped.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Mention of the plant is available via the BISON Web Link.

Resources and Further Information

  • Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cryptantha compacta.
  • BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Cryptantha%20compacta
  • ITIS Web Link: Provides taxonomic information.