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Kern River evening-primrose
Scientific Name: Camissonia integrifolia
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Camissonia integrifolia
Also known as Kern River evening primrose, slender clarkia, or Kern River clarkia, Camissonia integrifolia is a plant native to western North America.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Camissonia integrifolia Raven
- Family: Onagraceae (evening-primrose family)
- TSN (ITIS): 27516
Distribution and Habitat
- Camissonia integrifolia is found in California, particularly in the Kern River Valley and Kern County.
- Specific locations mentioned include the Kern River Preserve in Weldon, California, and areas around the Kern River.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is an annual herb.
Ecological Role
- Larval sphinx moths feed on Camissonia species.
- It's considered a BLM Sensitive species and may be suspected on BLM lands.
Quirky Facts
- The Kern primrose sphinx moth's survival is linked to the presence of Camissonia, serving as its primary food source.
- Camissonia integrifolia is self-pollinated.
Conservation Status
- The California Native Plant Society classifies it as California Rare Plant Rank 1B.3: Plants Rare, Threatened, or Endangered in California and Elsewhere - Not very threatened in Kern River Evening-primrose.
Further Information
- Information can be found at the Kern River Preserve (Audubon KRP web site).
- CalPhotos provides images of Camissonia integrifolia.