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dwarf brodiaea
Scientific Name: Brodiaea terrestris ssp. terrestris
Family: Liliaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Brodiaea terrestris: Dwarf Brodiaea
Brodiaea terrestris, commonly known as dwarf brodiaea or earth brodiaea, is a plant species within the genus Brodiaea.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brodiaea terrestris Kellogg
- Common Names: Dwarf Brodiaea, Earth Brodiaea
- Family: Themidaceae (formerly Liliaceae and Amaryllis Family)
Subspecies
- Brodiaea terrestris ssp. terrestris
- Brodiaea terrestris ssp. kernensis (Hoover) T.F. Niehaus – Kern Brodiaea
- Synonym: Brodiaea kinkiensis
Distribution and Habitat
- Brodiaea terrestris is native to California and Oregon.
- It is found in grassy meadows and along open hillsides.
- Specific locations mentioned include Orange County, San Clemente Island, coastal bluffs of northwestern San Luis Obispo Co., CA, Salt Point State Park, Laguna De Santa Rosa, and Jepson Prairie, CA.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Flowers literally form at ground level.
- The plant is a low-growing flower.
- It is a perennial herb and a monocot.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Brodiaea terrestris.
- Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens.