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Wyoming besseya

Scientific Name: Besseya wyomingensis

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Wyoming Kittentail (Besseya wyomingensis)

The Wyoming Kittentail, scientifically known as Besseya wyomingensis, is a perennial herb native to the high plains and dry mountains of the central Rocky Mountains and adjacent plains, extending north into Canada. It is also known by the common names Wyoming Besseya and Wyoming Coraldrops.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant is described as being covered with soft, white hairs, which may be a consideration for pets that tend to ingest plant matter.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant is described as being covered with soft, white hairs, which may be a consideration for children that tend to ingest plant matter.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Besseya wyomingensis (A. Nelson) Rydb.
  • Common Names: Wyoming Kittentail, Wyoming Besseya, Wyoming Coraldrops
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Family: Plantaginaceae (formerly Scrophulariaceae)
  • Synonyms: Synthyris wyomingensis (A. Nels.) A. Heller, Veronica wyomingensis (A. Nelson) M.M. Martinz Ortega

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found on high plains and dry mountains from the central Rocky Mountains and adjacent plains north into Canada.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Fibrous-rooted perennial herb, typically 10-25 cm tall, but can grow as tall as 30 cm.
  • Stems are covered in greyish hairs.
  • Has a cluster head of flowers with small purple stamens poking out.
  • Small, stumpy plants with fuzzy flowers and broad, hairy leaves.

Taxonomic History

  • Originally classified within the Scrophulariaceae (Figwort) family.
  • Recently reclassified into the Plantaginaceae (Plantain) family.

Further Information

  • Discover Life: Offers information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Besseya wyomingensis.
  • Dave's Garden: A community where people share tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
  • Wikimedia Commons: Contains media files related to Besseya wyomingensis.