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whisperingbells
Scientific Name: Emmenanthe penduliflora var. rosea
Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Emmenanthe penduliflora - Whispering Bells
Emmenanthe penduliflora, commonly known as Whispering Bells, is an interesting plant found in specific environments. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and ecological role.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Emmenanthe penduliflora
- Common Name: Whispering Bells
- Emmenanthe is a monotypic genus containing only one species, Emmenanthe penduliflora.
- Subspecies: Emmenanthe penduliflora var. penduliflora
Distribution and Habitat
- Whispering Bells is found in arid or desert habitats of the southwestern United States.
Ecological Role
- Whispering Bells is described as a common fire follower, suggesting it thrives in areas that have been recently affected by wildfires.
- It is suggested as an additive to seed mixtures for erosion control, especially in fire-following seed mixtures.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is described as a viscid herb.
- It is a plant lacking a permanent woody stem.
Further Information
- CalPhotos (UC Berkeley)
- Wayne D. Johnson