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Ferris' sandwort

Scientific Name: Arenaria macradenia ssp. ferrisiae

Family: Caryophyllaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Ferris' Sandwort (Eremogone ferrisiae)

Ferris' Sandwort, scientifically known as Eremogone ferrisiae, is a perennial plant belonging to the Caryophyllaceae family. It is also commonly referred to as Ferris' Sandwort.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Eremogone ferrisiae (Abrams) R. L. Hartman & Rabeler, Sida. 21: 754. 2004
  • Synonyms: Arenaria macradenia S. Watson subsp. ferrisiae Abrams, Arenaria macradenia ssp. ferrisiae Abrams
  • Family: Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family)

Distribution and Habitat

Ferris' Sandwort is found in specific regions of the United States, including Nevada and Arizona. One specific location mentioned is Goodale Creek in the Sierra Nevada, Inyo National Forest, at an elevation of 1755 m (5760 ft).

Morphological Characteristics

  • Plants grow to 1 m in diameter or tall and much-branched.
  • They may appear leafless, resembling plants like Bebbia or Arida of the Asteraceae family.
  • Leaves are mostly above the base.

Ecology

Ecological Niche Prediction information is available, showing the collector and ecology types.

Further Information

  • Calflora
  • The Plant List
  • ToL (Tree of Life Web Project)
  • BHL (Biodiversity Heritage Library)
  • portal-jardin.com plant database