Shy gilia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Shy gilia |
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Gilia
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inconspicua
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Gilia inconspicua, also known as the shy gilia, is a type of flowering plant. It belongs to the phlox family. This plant naturally grows in the western parts of the United States. You can often find it in sandy, open areas. These places include sagebrush lands and high plateaus.
What is Shy Gilia?
The shy gilia is a small plant. It has a stem that spreads out and branches. This plant usually grows to be about 30 centimeters tall. That's about the length of a standard ruler!
Leaves and Stems
Most of the leaves grow near the bottom of the plant. They are divided into smaller parts called leaflets. These leaflets can have smooth edges or small teeth. Sometimes, the leaves and the lower part of the stem look like they are covered in tiny, cobweb-like fibers.
Flowers and Appearance
The upper part of the stem, especially near where the flowers grow, has a special coating. It's covered in black, hair-like fibers that are also glands. Small flowers grow at the ends of the stem branches. Each flower is a pretty lavender color. It also has a yellowish center, which is called its throat.
