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intermediate suncup
Scientific Name: Camissonia intermedia
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Camissoniopsis intermedia - Intermediate Suncup
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is taprooted. While not explicitly stated as toxic, the taproot might be tempting for some pets to dig up and ingest.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Camissoniopsis intermedia (Raven) W.L. Wagner & Hoch
- Common Name: Intermediate Suncup
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening-Primrose Family)
- Synonyms: Camissonia intermedia Raven
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to California and Baja California.
- Found in grassland, chaparral, and pinyon/juniper woodland habitats.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Annual plant.
- Taprooted.
- Rosetted.
- Typically has one to several stems at the base.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Mentioned in proximity to other plants such as California Poppy, Intermediate Fiddleneck and California Meadow Barley.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Camissonia intermedia.
- CalPhotos provides images of Camissonia intermedia.
- ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) lists Camissonia intermedia Raven (TSN 27517).