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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).