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grassland suncup

Scientific Name: Camissonia lacustris

Family: Onagraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Camissonia lacustris - Grassland Suncup

Camissonia lacustris is a species of evening primrose, commonly known as grassland suncup. The accepted symbol for this plant is CALA39.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Camissonia lacustris P.H. Raven
  • Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose Family)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Camissonia lacustris is endemic to California.
  • It thrives in grassland habitats.
  • It can also be found in grasslands along the western coast from Santa Barbara.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It's classified as a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • It is typically an annual plant.

Ecological Role

  • Present in Annual Grasslands.

Associations

  • It is mentioned alongside other plant species found in similar habitats, such as brodiaea, blue dicks, Ithuriel's spear, johnny-jump-up, and mule's ear.

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Camissonia lacustris.
  • ITIS (Integrated Taxonomic Information System) includes information about Camissonia lacustris Raven (TSN 27521).