Prostrate spineflower facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Prostrate spineflower |
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Scientific classification  |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Polygonaceae |
| Genus: | Chorizanthe |
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C. procumbens
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| Chorizanthe procumbens Torr. & A.Gray
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Chorizanthe procumbens, also known as the prostrate spineflower, is a fascinating plant from the buckwheat family. It's a type of flowering plant that you can find growing in California and Baja California.
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About the Prostrate Spineflower
What Does the Prostrate Spineflower Look Like?
The prostrate spineflower is a plant that often grows flat along the ground. It can be as long as 25 centimeters (about 10 inches) or much shorter. Its color can vary a lot! You might see it as yellowish-green, but some plants can also be grayish or even reddish.
Where Can You Find Prostrate Spineflowers?
This plant loves to grow in dry, bushy areas. These places are often called "scrub" or "chaparral" habitats. It's a common sight in these parts of California and Baja California.
Flowers and Spines
The prostrate spineflower has tiny flowers that are usually white or yellow. These flowers grow in a cluster. Each little flower is surrounded by special leaf-like parts called bracts. These bracts have sharp, spine-like tips, which is how the plant gets its name, "spineflower"!
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