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Cryptantha capitata
Cryptantha capitata (Eastw.) I.M. Johnst.
Capitate Cryptantha, Capitate Catseye, Capitate Perennial Cat's-eye
Boraginaceae (Borage family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: CRCA13
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb , Subshrub
Fruit Type: Schizocarp
Size Notes: Up to about 18 inches tall.
Fruit: Nutlets, 1-4.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: Mar , Apr , May , Jun , Jul
Distribution
USA: AZ , UTNative Habitat: Sandy soil, high desert scrub, pine-juniper brush.
Web Reference
Webref 68 - CalPhotos (2020) University of California, BerkeleyWebref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona Chapter
Webref 77 - Wildflower Search - Wildflower Identification Website (2020) WildflowerSearch.org
Additional resources
USDA: Find Cryptantha capitata in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Cryptantha capitata in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Cryptantha capitata
Metadata
Record Modified: 2021-02-18Research By: CBR