Eastwood's fiddleneck facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eastwood's fiddleneck |
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Amsinckia
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eastwoodiae
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Amsinckia eastwoodiae is a special plant known as Eastwood's fiddleneck. It's a type of fiddleneck flower. This plant is found only in California, which means it's endemic there.
About Eastwood's Fiddleneck
Eastwood's fiddleneck is a plant that lives for just one year. It has a somewhat rough or "bristly" feel. It looks a lot like other fiddleneck plants.
The plant gets its name from its flowers. They grow in a unique shape that looks like the coiled head of a fiddle. These flowers are bright orange and shaped like tubes. Each flower can be up to 2 centimeters long and about 1.5 centimeters wide at the opening.
Where It Grows
You can find Eastwood's fiddleneck in many different parts of California. It likes to grow in various places. These include hills, mountains, valleys, and even along the coastlines. It's a true Californian native!
