Bigelow's linanthus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bigelow's linanthus |
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| Linanthus bigelovii (illustration on the right side) | |
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Linanthus
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bigelovii
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Linanthus bigelovii is a special kind of flowering plant. It is often called Bigelow's linanthus. This plant belongs to the phlox family. It grows naturally in the dry areas of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
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Discover Bigelow's Linanthus
Bigelow's linanthus is a fascinating plant. It is an annual herb. This means it grows from a seed, flowers, produces new seeds, and then dies all within one year. It is a small plant, but very important to its desert home.
Where Does Bigelow's Linanthus Live?
This plant loves dry places. You can find it mainly in the Sonoran and Mojave Deserts. These deserts are in the southwestern part of the United States and northern Mexico. The plant is well-suited to living in sandy or rocky soils with little water.
What Does Bigelow's Linanthus Look Like?
Bigelow's linanthus has a thin stem. This stem can grow up to about 20 centimeters (about 8 inches) tall. That's about the length of a regular pencil!
Leaves and Flowers
- Leaves: The leaves of this plant are long and thin. They look a bit like needles. Each leaf is usually between 1 and 3 centimeters long. They do not have any lobes or divisions.
- Flowers: The flowers grow in a small group called an inflorescence. They are usually white. Sometimes, they might have a light lavender or purple tint. Each flower lobe is just under a centimeter long. These delicate flowers often open in the evening.
