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wingfruit suncup
Scientific Name: Camissonia pterosperma
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Wingfruit Suncup (Camissonia pterosperma)
The Wingfruit Suncup, scientifically known as Camissonia pterosperma, is a fascinating plant belonging to the evening primrose family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Camissonia pterosperma (S. Watson) Raven
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening-Primrose Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Chylismiella pterosperma (S. Watson) W.L. Wagner & Hoch (This name may be the currently accepted one.)
- Oenothera pterosperma S. Watson
- Chylismia pterosperma (S. Wats.)
Common Names
- Wingfruit Suncup
- Wing-fruit Sun-cup
- Wingseed Suncup
- Winged-seed Evening Primrose
- Pygmy Suncup
Distribution and Habitat
The Wingfruit Suncup is found in the United States, including Arizona and California.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Duration: Annual
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
Additional Information
For more information about the Wingfruit Suncup, you can explore resources such as:
- Discover Life
- CalPhotos
- Encyclopedia of Life