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Santa Susana tarweed
Scientific Name: Deinandra minthornii
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Santa Susana Tarweed (Deinandra minthornii)
The Santa Susana Tarweed, scientifically known as Deinandra minthornii, is a rare and aromatic flowering plant endemic to California. It's also known by the synonym Hemizonia minthornii and the common name Santa Susana Tarplant.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant has been rated as unsafe for dogs.
Considerations for Children
- This plant has been rated as unsafe for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Deinandra minthornii (Jeps.) B.G. Baldw.
- Synonym: Hemizonia minthornii
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower family)
Distribution and Habitat
- The Santa Susana Tarweed is native to Southern California, primarily in the Transverse Range region, including the Santa Susana Mountains and Santa Monica Mountains.
- It is a California endemic species.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- It is a leafy perennial shrub, growing up to 3 feet high and 10 feet wide.
- It's known for being very resinous and fragrant.
- The plant features vivid greenish-yellow flowers.
Ecological Role
- The Santa Susana Tarweed is listed by the California Native Plant Society as being rare, threatened, or endangered.
Quirky Facts
- The Santa Susana Tarweed has a spicy smell.
Further Information
- BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Hemizonia%20minthornii
- ITIS Web Link available.