California sp.
California filaree, California Filaree
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Family: Geraniaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
California sp. (California filaree) is a native California perennial in the Geraniaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Pelargonium: California is herbaceous with simple rounded leaves; Pelargonium is shrubby with lobed or divided leaves.; vs Erodium: California has simple rounded leaves with palm-like veining; Erodium has feathery pinnately-divided leaves.; vs Geranium: California has simple rounded leaves, often unlobed; Geranium has deeply palm-divided leaves with distinct finger-like segments.
Frequently asked questions
Is California sp. native to California?
Yes. California sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does California sp. belong to?
California sp. is in the Geraniaceae family, genus California.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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