Ramona spineflower facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ramona spineflower |
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Chorizanthe
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leptotheca
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The Ramona spineflower (Chorizanthe leptotheca) is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the buckwheat family. People also call it the Peninsular spineflower.
This plant grows naturally in the Peninsular Ranges. These mountains are found in southern California and Baja California in Mexico. It likes to grow in areas with chaparral (a type of shrubland) and forests. The Ramona spineflower looks a lot like a plant called Turkish rugging (Chorizanthe staticoides).
About the Ramona Spineflower
The Ramona spineflower is a unique plant. It is known for its interesting appearance. It is an important part of the natural plant life in its native areas.
What It Looks Like
The Ramona spineflower is a plant that stands upright. It can grow to about 35 centimeters (about 14 inches) tall. Its leaves grow near the bottom of the plant. They are oval-shaped and can be up to 3 centimeters (about 1 inch) long.
The plant's stems and leaves feel fuzzy or quite hairy. They often have a reddish color. The flowers grow in a loose group. Each flower has six reddish leaf-like parts around it. These parts are called bracts. They are covered in curly hairs and have hooked tips. The flower itself is small, about 6 millimeters (less than half an inch) wide. It can be pink or red and is also hairy.
Where It Grows
The Ramona spineflower is native to a specific region. This region includes the Peninsular Ranges. These mountains stretch across southern California in the United States. They also go into Baja California in Mexico. The plant thrives in certain types of environments. It prefers areas with chaparral and forest habitats. These places provide the right conditions for it to grow.
