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Paiute suncup

Scientific Name: Camissonia scapoidea

Family: Onagraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names: WA (naked-stemmed evening-primrose)

       

Paiute Suncup (Camissonia scapoidea)

The Paiute suncup, scientifically known as Camissonia scapoidea, is a fascinating plant with several interesting characteristics and is known by a variety of common names.

Common Names

  • Paiute Suncup
  • Barestem Eveningprimrose
  • Scapoid Suncup

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Camissonia scapoidea (Nutt. ex Torr. &amp A. Gray) P.H. Raven
  • Family: Onagraceae (Evening-Primrose Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Chylismia scapoidea (Torr. &amp Gray) Nutt. ex Raim.
    • Oenothera scapoidea Nutt.

Subspecies

  • Camissonia scapoidea subsp. brachycarpa (P.H. Raven) P.H. Raven
  • Camissonia scapoidea subsp. macrocarpa (P.H. Raven) P.H. Raven
  • Camissonia scapoidea subsp. scapoidea
  • Camissonia scapoidea var. scapoidea (Torrey &amp A. Gray) Raven

Distribution and Habitat

This species is found in areas such as Idaho, Nevada, and within Capitol Reef National Park. It is adapted to cold weather and harsh minimum temperatures, suggesting a tolerance for challenging environments.

Morphology and Growth Habit

  • The Paiute suncup is a forb/herb.
  • It is an annual plant.
  • Subspecies scapoidea has leaves that are simple with entire margins and oil-cells lining the veins on the undersides of the leaf.

Further Information

Additional information and resources can be found at:

  • USDA PLANTS database
  • Discover Life
  • Garden Guides