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sandysoil suncup
Scientific Name: Camissonia strigulosa
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Sandy-soil Suncup (Camissonia strigulosa)
The Sandy-soil Suncup, scientifically known as Camissonia strigulosa, is a fascinating plant often found in sandy environments.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Camissonia strigulosa (Fisch. & C.A. Mey.) P.H. Raven
- Common Name: Sandy-soil Suncup, Sandysoil Suncup, Strigose Sun-cup, Contorted-primrose
- Genus: Camissonia Link
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose)
- Synonyms:
- Oenothera contorta var. epilobioides (Greene) Munz
- Oenothera contorta var. strigulosa (Fisch. & C.A. Mey.)
Distribution and Habitat
- The Sandy-soil Suncup thrives in sandy soils, including open dunes and sandy areas.
- It is found in coastal regions of California and Oregon.
- It can also be found in sagebrush scrub and disturbed areas.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is often described as an annual herb that grows from a tender taproot.
Ecological Role
- Prefers decreased soil disturbance.
Quirky Facts
- The plant may play a role in habitats favored by the San Francisco Spineflower, a rare and endangered species.