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Berlandier's sundrops
Scientific Name: Calylophus berlandieri ssp. berlandieri
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Berlandier's Sundrops: A Texas Native
Berlandier's sundrops, scientifically known as Calylophus berlandieri, is a showy perennial native to Texas and surrounding states. It is also known by the common names Square-bud primrose and Texas Primrose.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Calylophus berlandieri Spach
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening-Primrose Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies (e.g., Calylophus berlandieri ssp. berlandieri, Oenothera berlandieri ssp. pinifolia)
- Synonyms: Calylophus drummondianus var. berlandieri; Oenothera berlandieri
Distribution and Habitat
This plant is native to Texas and surrounding states, including Oklahoma and New Mexico. It is often found in sunny locations with well-drained soil.
Morphology and Growth Habits
- Berlandier's sundrops is a bushy perennial that typically grows to be 4-20 inches tall, sometimes reaching 1-2 feet.
- It is described as a subshrub forb/herb.
- The plant features showy, yellow flowers that are approximately 2 inches across.
- The flowers have broad, crinkled petals.
- It exhibits a deciduous habit.
- It tolerates high summer heat.
- Blooms in Spring and Autumn.
Quirky Facts
- Some sources list this plant under the genus Oenothera instead of Calylophus.