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Allen Springs dwarf-flax

Scientific Name: Hesperolinon clevelandii

Family: Linaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax (Hesperolinon clevelandii)

The Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax, scientifically known as Hesperolinon clevelandii, is a fascinating plant with several interesting facets. This page provides information on its classification, distribution, and other relevant details.

Common Names

  • Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax
  • Allen Springs Western Flax
  • Clevelandii

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Hesperolinon clevelandii (Greene) Small
  • Family: Linaceae (Flax Family)
  • Genus: Hesperolinon (Dwarf-Flax or Western Flax)
  • Synonyms:
    • Linum clevelandii Greene
    • Linum clevelandii Greene var. petrophilum Jeps.

Distribution and Habitat

The Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax is found in California, specifically noted near Allen Springs.

Related Species

  • Hesperolinon adenophyllum (A. Gray) Small – Glandular Dwarf-Flax
  • Hesperolinon californicum – California Western Flax
  • Hesperolinon congestum – Marin Dwarf-Flax
  • Hesperolinon breweri (Gray) Small – Brewer's Dwarf-Flax
  • Hesperolinon micranthum – Smallflower Dwarf-Flax

Quirky Facts

  • The plant's flowering period is in the spring.

Further Information

For additional details, consult the following resources:

  • Discover Life: Provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Hesperolinon clevelandii.
  • University and Jepson Herbaria: Offers photos and details about the Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax (ID: 3333 0304 0011 0021).
  • Garden Guides: Provides gardening information on the Allen Springs Dwarf-Flax (Clevelandii).