Nuttall's crinklemat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Nuttall's crinklemat |
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| Tiquilia nuttallii | |
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Tiquilia
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nuttallii
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Coldenia nuttallii |
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Tiquilia nuttallii is a small plant known by many names. Some common names are Nuttall's crinklemat, annual tiquilia, Nuttall sandmat, and Nuttall's coldenia. It is an annual plant, which means it grows from a seed, flowers, produces seeds, and then dies all within one year. This plant looks a bit like a tiny shrub.
It belongs to the Boraginaceae family. This family is also known as the borages or the forget-me-nots. You can find Tiquilia nuttallii in the deserts of western North America. It grows in places like central Washington, western Colorado, northern California, and northern Arizona. There is also a separate group of these plants far away in Missouri.
About Nuttall's Crinklemat
Nuttall's crinklemat is a short plant. It usually grows only about 4 to 12 inches (10 to 30 centimeters) tall. This makes it a low-growing plant that stays close to the ground.
What Does It Look Like?
The flowers of Tiquilia nuttallii have five petals. Its leaves are small and have interesting ridges or wrinkles. This is why one of its common names is "crinklemat." The ridges on the leaves give them a unique texture.
Where Does It Grow?
This plant prefers desert areas. It grows in deserts that are at middle to higher elevations. This means it can be found in places that are not too low or too high above sea level. It is well-suited to the dry conditions of these desert environments.
