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Cryptantha mexicana
Cryptantha mexicana (Brandegee) I.M. Johnst.
Mexican Cryptantha
Boraginaceae (Borage Family)
Synonym(s):
USDA Symbol: CRME4
USDA Native Status: L48 (N)
Plant Characteristics
Duration: AnnualHabit: Herb
Leaf Shape: Oblanceolate , Oblong
Leaf Pubescence: Hirsute
Inflorescence: Cyme
Fruit Type: Schizocarp
Size Notes: Up to about 6 inches tall.
Fruit: Nutlets.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: WhiteBloom Time: Apr , May , Jun
Bloom Notes: Corolla is inconspicuous.
Distribution
USA: NM , TXNative Habitat: Calcareous soils associated with limestone and caliche.
Web Reference
Webref 23 - Southwest Environmental Information Network (2009) SEINet - Arizona ChapterAdditional resources
USDA: Find Cryptantha mexicana in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Cryptantha mexicana in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Cryptantha mexicana
Metadata
Record Modified: 2023-02-03Research By: TWC Staff