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cliffdweller's cryptantha
Scientific Name: Cryptantha elata
Family: Boraginaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Biennial, Perennial
Other Names:
Cryptantha elata
Also known as Cliffdweller's Cryptantha or Cliffdweller's Candlestick Catseye, Cryptantha elata is a plant with several interesting characteristics.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a subshrub, which may present a tempting target for chewing.
Considerations for Children
- As a subshrub, Cryptantha elata may be easily accessible to young children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cryptantha elata (Eastw.) Payson
- Common Names: Cliffdweller's Cryptantha, Cliffdweller's Candlestick Catseye
- Synonym: Oreocarya elata Eastw.
- Family: Boraginaceae (Borage family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Kingdom: Plantae
Distribution and Habitat
- The name "cliffdweller" suggests a preference for rocky or elevated habitats.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Cryptantha elata can be a biennial or perennial.
- It has a subshrub or forb/herb growth habit.
- It can also be structured as a shrub.
Additional Information
- The plant is described as belonging to the genus *Cryptantha*, known for being hairy plants.
External Resources
- BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Cryptantha%20elata
- ITIS Web Link
- GBIF View on Cryptantha elata
- Discover Life: Discover Life's page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Cryptantha elata