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Indian Knob mountainbalm
Scientific Name: Eriodictyon altissimum
Family: Hydrophyllaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: CA (Indian Knob mountainbalm)
Indian Knob Mountain Balm
The Indian Knob Mountain Balm, scientifically known as Eriodictyon altissimum, is a rare and fascinating plant species.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Eriodictyon altissimum P.V. Wells
- Common Name: Indian Knob Mountain Balm
- Family: Boraginaceae (Borage Family)
- Synonym: Eriodictyon capitatum
Distribution and Habitat
- This species is endemic to southwestern San Luis Obispo County, California.
Ecological Role
- The Indian Knob Mountain Balm is a federally listed endangered plant species in the U.S. and is classified as endangered in California.