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Grand Canyon suncup
Scientific Name: Camissonia confertiflora
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Camissonia confertiflora: Grand Canyon Suncup
Camissonia confertiflora, commonly known as the Grand Canyon suncup or bunchflower evening primrose, is a captivating plant belonging to the Onagraceae family. This annual forb/herb adds beauty to its native environment, particularly in the Grand Canyon region.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Camissonia confertiflora (P.H. Raven) P.H. Raven
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Chylismia confertiflora (P.H. Raven) W.L. Wagner & Hoch (Accepted Name)
- Oenothera confertiflora Raven (synonym)
Distribution and Habitat
- Primarily found in the Southwestern United States.
- Specifically associated with the Grand Canyon National Park and the Grand Canyon National Monument in Arizona.
Morphological Characteristics
- Forb/herb: A non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- Annual plant: Completes its life cycle in one year.
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life: Provides details and media about Camissonia confertiflora.
- Discover Life: Offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of the Grand Canyon suncup.
- Garden Guides: Provides information on growing and gardening with the Grand Canyon suncup (Confertiflora).
- Plant database for Grand Canyon suncup Natives Onagraceae.
- National Park Service: Information about the Grand Canyon suncup as an annual herb.