San Gabriel bluecup facts for kids
Quick facts for kids San Gabriel bluecup |
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Scientific classification | |
Genus: |
Githopsis
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Species: |
diffusa
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Githopsis diffusa, also known as the San Gabriel bluecup, is a beautiful flowering plant. It belongs to the bellflower family. This plant is native to California and Baja California. You can often find it growing in open areas on the sides of hills and mountains.
What Does San Gabriel Bluecup Look Like?
The San Gabriel bluecup is an annual herb. This means it's a plant that lives for only one year. It usually grows in a small clump close to the ground. Sometimes, it can stand up straight, reaching about 30 centimeters (about 12 inches) tall.
Stems and Leaves
The stem of the San Gabriel bluecup might have stiff hairs. Its leaves are usually small and have pointed tips.
Flowers
The flowers of this plant are small. They grow one by one at the very top of the stem. Each flower looks like a tube or a funnel. They can be white or purple, and often have a white center.