Kaweah River phacelia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kaweah River phacelia |
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Phacelia
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egena
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Phacelia magellanica |
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Phacelia egena is a type of plant often called the Kaweah River phacelia. It's a wild flower that grows naturally in many parts of California. You can also find it in Oregon and Arizona. This plant is quite adaptable and can live in many different kinds of places.
What It Looks Like
The Phacelia egena plant is a type of herb. It has a stem that stands straight up and can grow to about 60 centimeters tall. This stem is usually covered in small hairs.
Most of its leaves are found near the bottom of the stem. These leaves are shaped like a spearhead, or "lance-shaped." The biggest ones can be over 20 centimeters long. They are also divided into many smaller parts called leaflets. Leaves higher up on the stem are much smaller and are not divided.
Its Flowers
The flowers of the Kaweah River phacelia grow in a special cluster. This cluster is called an inflorescence. It often curves or coils to one side. Each cluster holds several bell-shaped flowers.
Each flower is small, just under a centimeter long. They are usually white or a creamy color. Inside each flower, you will see five white stamens sticking out. Stamens are the parts of the flower that make pollen.
Where It Grows
This plant is native to a large part of California. You can find it from the Transverse Ranges in the south all the way to the northern mountains. It also grows naturally in Oregon and Arizona. The Kaweah River phacelia can live in many different kinds of natural areas.
