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Jurupa Hills suncup

Scientific Name: Camissonia ignota

Family: Onagraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Jurupa Hills Suncup (Camissoniopsis ignota)

The Jurupa Hills Suncup, scientifically known as Camissoniopsis ignota, is a delicate and intriguing wildflower endemic to specific regions of California. This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, habitat, and other interesting facts.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Camissoniopsis ignota (Jeps.) W.L. Wagner & Hoch
  • Common Name: Jurupa Hills Suncup
  • Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
  • Synonyms: Camissonia ignota (Jeps.) P.H. Raven (Note: this name is not currently considered active)

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Jurupa Hills Suncup is found in California, specifically the Jurupa Hills and San Gabriel foothills, among other locations.
  • It thrives in various habitats including rocky and scree slopes, riparian areas, chaparral, grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The Jurupa Hills Suncup is an annual herb.

Ecology

  • The Jurupa Hills Suncup is noted as being found alongside Hooker's evening primrose and honey mesquite.

Further Information

  • Additional information can be found through Discover Life, iNaturalist.org, and CalPhotos.
  • Slideshare presentation on Camissonia ignota: Gardening Sheet Camissonia Ignota