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Payson's cryptantha

Scientific Name: Cryptantha paysonii

Family: Boraginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Payson's Cryptantha (Cryptantha paysonii)

Cryptantha paysonii, commonly known as Payson's cryptantha or Payson's catseye, is a plant belonging to the borage family, Boraginaceae.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions sharp-edged fruits (nutlets).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cryptantha paysonii (J.F. Macbr.) I.M. Johnst.
  • Family: Boraginaceae (Borage family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonym: I. M. Johnst.
  • Common Names: Payson's cryptantha, Payson's catseye

Distribution and Habitat

The text references its presence in locations covered by the USDA PLANTS Database.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Cryptantha paysonii is a perennial subshrub or forb/herb.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Mention of Heterostyly, self-compatibility, related to pin and thrum proportions within natural populations.

Resources and Further Information

  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
  • International Plant Names Index.
  • CalPhotos
  • Discover Life.
  • USDA PLANTS Database (http://plants.usda.gov)
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Annals of the Missouri Botanical Garden