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Little Belt Mountain thimbleweed
Scientific Name: Anemone lithophila
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Anemone lithophila
Also known as Little Belt Mountain Thimbleweed, Anemone lithophila is a delicate forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
Considerations for Pets
- Belongs to the family Ranunculaceae, some members of which may contain compounds that could be irritating or cause discomfort if ingested.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Anemone lithophila Rydb.
- Common Name: Little Belt Mountain Thimbleweed
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonym: Anemone drummondii var. lithophila (Rydb.) C.L. Hitchc.
Distribution and Habitat
- Presence confirmed in Idaho, United States.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is noted as a "pretty delicate plant."
Additional Information
- Prefers minimum temperatures above 15°C during late spring and can be cultivated outdoors.
Further Resources
- Discover Life offers a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Anemone lithophila.