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bristlecone cryptantha

Scientific Name: Cryptantha roosiorum

Family: Boraginaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: CA (bristlecone cryptantha)

       

Cryptantha roosiorum - Bristlecone Cryptantha

Cryptantha roosiorum, commonly known as bristlecone cryptantha or bristlecone catseye, is a flowering plant belonging to the borage family (Boraginaceae).

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is described as a perennial herb that forms dense cushions, barely 1 inch high, which could potentially attract curious pets.
  • The common name "cat's eyes" associated with the Cryptantha genus might also be a consideration.
  • Cryptantha species are sometimes found in rocky areas, so any associated soil or debris could be a factor.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is described as a perennial herb that forms dense cushions, barely 1 inch high, which could potentially attract curious children.
  • The common name "cat's eyes" associated with the Cryptantha genus might also be a consideration.
  • Cryptantha species are sometimes found in rocky areas, so any associated soil or debris could be a factor.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cryptantha roosiorum Munz ex G. Don
  • Family: Boraginaceae (Borage Family)
  • Common Names: Bristlecone Cryptantha, Bristlecone Catseye

Distribution and Habitat

  • Cryptantha roosiorum is endemic to Inyo County, California.
  • It is typically found in high elevation limestone soils of bristlecone pine and limber pine forests.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Cryptantha roosiorum is a perennial herb.
  • It forms dense cushions, typically barely 1 inch high.
  • Individual plants can be 3/8 - 3/4 inch in size.
  • The leaves form basal rosettes.

Ecology

  • This species is adapted to unique limestone soils in mountainous regions.

Additional Information

  • The species was collected by John Roos on 6/24/1954 on the crest of Mountains, 3 miles east of Badger Flat, in the headwaters of a certain region.

External Resources

  • BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Cryptantha%20roosiorum
  • ITIS Web Link
  • Discover Life: Information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cryptantha roosiorum can be found on Discover Life.
  • Flora of North America: Find Cryptantha roosiorum in the Flora of North America (if available).