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Paiute suncup

Scientific Name: Camissonia scapoidea ssp. macrocarpa

Family: Onagraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Camissonia scapoidea: Paiute Suncup

Discover the beauty and resilience of Camissonia scapoidea, commonly known as the Paiute suncup. This forb/herb, belonging to the Evening-Primrose family, thrives in various environments and adds a touch of charm to gardens and natural landscapes.

Considerations for Pets

  • As a forb/herb, it may be tempting for grazing animals.

Considerations for Children

  • Its common presence in gardens might lead to interactions.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

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

Common Names

  • Paiute suncup
  • Barestem eveningprimrose
  • Scapoid suncup

Distribution and Habitat

  • Observed in Idaho and Nevada, United States.
  • Found in locations such as Capitol Reef National Park (Hartnet Road).
  • Grows in areas with harsh minimum temperatures.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Camissonia scapoidea is an annual plant.
  • Growth habit: Forb/herb.
  • Leaves of subspecies scapoidea are simple with entire margins.
  • Oil-cells line the veins on the undersides of the leaves of subspecies scapoidea.

Associated Plants

  • Frequently found with tufted evening primrose, Geyer's milkvetch, sharpleaf penstemon, and various lupines.

Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS database
  • Discover Life
  • Garden Guides