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Edwards Plateau thimbleweed
Scientific Name: Anemone edwardsiana var. petraea
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Anemone edwardsiana
Also known as Edwards Plateau thimbleweed, plateau thimbleweed, or two-flowered anemone, Anemone edwardsiana is a charming plant native to specific regions of the United States.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anemone edwardsiana Tharp
- Common Names: Edwards Plateau thimbleweed, plateau thimbleweed, two-flowered anemone, Edwards anemone
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but note the use of "Edwards Plateau thimbleweed" alongside the scientific name.
- Varieties: Anemone edwardsiana var. edwardsiana and Anemone edwardsiana var. petraea (Edge Falls Anemone, Edwards Plateau thimbleweed)
Distribution and Habitat
- Anemone edwardsiana is primarily found on the Edwards Plateau of Texas.
- It has also been reported in New Mexico.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Anemone edwardsiana is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
- It's one of the first wildflowers to bloom in the spring in its native habitat.
- The plant has an annual development.
Cultivation
- Edwards Plateau thimbleweed should be grown in a bright place with direct sunlight.
Ecological Role
- As a dicotyledon, it contributes to the biodiversity of regions like Carlsbad Caverns.