Gambelia speciosa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gambelia speciosa |
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Gambelia
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| Gambelia speciosa Nutt.
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Galvezia speciosa − (Nutt.) A.Gray |
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The showy island snapdragon or showy greenbright is a beautiful plant. Its scientific name is Gambelia speciosa. It used to be called Galvezia speciosa.
This plant is a perennial. This means it lives for many years. It grows naturally in special places. These places are called California chaparral and woodlands habitats. You can find it on the Channel Islands in Southern California. It also grows on Guadalupe Island in Baja California, Mexico. This island is west of the Baja California Peninsula.
The showy island snapdragon is a very important plant. It is listed as an endangered species. This means it is rare and needs protection. The California Native Plant Society keeps track of it. They list it in their Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants of California.
Growing Showy Island Snapdragon
People often grow Gambelia speciosa in their gardens. It is a great ornamental plant. This means it is grown because it looks pretty. It is also a native plant. This means it grows naturally in the area.
Why Grow This Plant?
This plant is perfect for drought tolerant gardens. It does not need much water. This helps save water. It is also good for wildlife gardens. These gardens help local animals. The bright flowers of this plant attract hummingbirds. Hummingbirds love to drink nectar from its blooms.
