Clarkia purpurea
(Winecup Clarkia)

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               Seedpod                                           Leaf                                            Stem                                        Seed                                          Habit



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Facts About this Plant:

    Common Names: Winecup Clarkia, Winecup Fairy Fan, Purple Clarkia
    Lifespan: Annual
    Zones: N/A
    Type: Forb
    Bloom Time: April - August
    Status: Native
    Range:

Clarkia purpurea, or Winecup Clarkia, is native to the West Coast. It is an annual that grows on open slopes, dry open ground, coastal bluffs, grassy hillsides, flats, and rocky outcrops. It blooms from late spring into mid summer with purple flowers.

This plant looks similar to some other members of the genus. More information will be posted at a later time about differentiating other species.

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