Gordon's bladderpod facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gordon's bladderpod |
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Physaria
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gordonii
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Physaria gordonii, often called Gordon's bladderpod, is a type of plant. It belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which is also known as the mustard family. This plant grows in the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico.
Gordon's bladderpod is a winter annual wildflower. This means it starts growing in the fall or winter. It then flowers and produces seeds in the spring or early summer, usually between April and June. After that, the plant dies.
What Does Gordon's Bladderpod Look Like?
This plant typically grows in sandy or gravelly desert areas. It has stems that stay low to the ground.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of Gordon's bladderpod are long and narrow. They are shaped like a spear, which is called lanceolate. These leaves can be about 4 in (10 cm) long.
The plant's flowers grow in a loose cluster. This type of flower cluster is called a raceme. In a raceme, the flowers grow along a central stem. The flowers are also radially symmetrical. This means you can cut the flower in half in any direction, and both halves will look the same, like a star.
Similar Plants
Gordon's bladderpod looks very much like another plant. This similar plant is called P. fendleri.
