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Camissonia dentata
Scientific Name: Camissonia dentata
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
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Camissonia: Sun Cups and Sundrops
The genus Camissonia, belonging to the family Onagraceae, encompasses a variety of flowering plants, sometimes referred to as sun cups or sundrops.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Camissonia
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
- Species highlighted: Camissonia dentata (Cav.) Reiche
- Synonyms/Alternative Names:
- Oenothera dentata Cav. (Note that the provided text mentions "Oenothera dentata auct." as synonymous with Oenothera contorta, adding complexity to the nomenclature.)
- Oenothera campestris Greene (as a synonym of Camissonia campestris)
- Infraspecific Taxa: Camissonia dentata subsp. littoralis P.H.Raven (also referred to as Camissonia dentata Reiche subsp. littoralis P.H.Raven)
Distribution and Habitat
- Camissonia dentata is not native to California.
- It has a Neotropical distribution, specifically found in South America.
- The plant has been observed in Chile, specifically in Region IV, Prov. Limari, Parque Nacional Fray Jorge.
- It is also found in Argentina, including Buenos Aires, Chubut, Neuquén, Río Negro, and Santa Cruz.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Camissonia dentata is described as an annual or perennial herb.
- The leaves are arranged alternately along the stem.
- Stipules (small leaf-like appendages at the base of the leaf stalk) are absent.
Ecological Role
- Camissonia dentata is mentioned as one of the most common gap species.
Other Camissonia Species Mentioned
- Camissonia campestris (Greene) P. H. Raven
- Camissonia contorta (Douglas) Kearney
Further Information
- Encyclopedia of Life (EOL)
- International Plant Names Index
- Catalogue of Life
- The Plant List
- USDA Plant Hardiness Map