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Ophir Pass rockcress

Scientific Name: Arabis ophira

Family: Brassicaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Ophir Pass Rockcress

Learn about the Ophir Pass Rockcress, a fascinating plant with a unique history and distribution.

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Arabis ophira Rollins (formerly Boechera ophira)
  • Common Name: Ophir Pass Rockcress, Ophir Rockcress
  • Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: Boechera ophira (Rollins) Al-Shehbaz

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Ophir Pass Rockcress is endemic to specific regions.
  • It can be found growing in areas such as Ophir Pass, Coal Bank Hill, Bilk Basin, Greenback Mountain and Savage Basin.
  • It thrives at higher elevations.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • The Ophir Pass Rockcress is a perennial plant.

Ecological Role

  • The plant grows alongside seasonal wildflowers.

Further Information

For more in-depth information, consider exploring resources like:

  • Dave's Garden
  • Discover Life
  • British Database of World Flora and Fauna
  • United States Department of Agriculture