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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).