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desert pale gilia
Scientific Name: Aliciella hutchinsifolia
Family: Polemoniaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Aliciella hutchinsifolia - Desert Pale Gilia
Explore the delicate beauty of the Desert Pale Gilia, a wildflower native to the western United States. Learn about its taxonomy, habitat, and unique characteristics.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aliciella hutchinsifolia (Rydb.) J.M. Porter
- Common Name: Desert Pale Gilia
- Family: Polemoniaceae (Phlox Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae (Plants)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Gilia hutchinsifolia Rydb.
- Gilia leptomeria A. Gray ssp. rubella (Brand) H. Mason & A.D. Grant
- Gilia arenaria var. rubella Brand
- Gilia leptomeria subsp. rubella (Brand) H.Mason & A.D.Grant
Distribution and Habitat
- The Desert Pale Gilia is found in the western United States, including the Mojave Desert.
- It has been observed in Arizona, California, and specifically in locations like the White Mountains (elevation 1610 m / 5285 ft) and Kern County.
- It typically grows on dry slopes and washes within Desert Scrub and Pinyon-juniper Woodland, at elevations of 4,200–8,000 ft (1,280–2,439 m).
Morphological Characteristics
- Aliciella hutchinsifolia is classified as a forb/herb, a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It is an annual plant.
- The flowers are pale blue-lavender to white.
Ecological Role
- The plant is associated with ecological niche predictions, suggesting it's a species of interest in ecological studies.
Resources
- Encyclopedia of Life: Provides further information on the family Polemoniaceae.
- Dave's Garden: A community-driven resource for gardening tips and plant information.
- United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Plants Database.