Hedeoma diffusa
Hedeoma diffusa | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
(unranked): | Angiosperms |
(unranked): | Eudicots |
(unranked): | Asterids |
Order: | Lamiales |
Family: | Lamiaceae |
Genus: | Hedeoma |
Species: | H. diffusa |
Binomial name | |
Hedeoma diffusa | |
Hedeoma diffusa is a species of flowering plant in the mint family known by the common names spreading false pennyroyal and Flagstaff false pennyroyal. It is endemic to Arizona in the United States.[1][2]
This perennial herb has spreading, prostrate stems that form a mat on the ground. The leaves are oppositely arranged. The flowers are blue to lavender in color and are open for about three days. Blooming occurs in May through September.[2]
This plant is limited to northern Arizona, occurring in Navajo, Coconino, and Yavapai Counties.[1] It grows on Kaibab Limestone, in and around rocky cracks and crevices. In Oak Creek Canyon in the Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness Area, sites are considered protected, and most are inaccessible.[2]
References
- 1 2 Hedeoma diffusa. The Nature Conservancy.
- 1 2 3 Hedeoma diffusa. Center for Plant Conservation.
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