Chamerion sp.
Family: Onagraceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Chamerion sp. is a non-native California perennial in the Onagraceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Epilobium: Chamerion has all alternate leaves; Epilobium has at least some opposite leaves lower on stem.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chamerion sp. native to California?
No. Chamerion sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Chamerion sp. belong to?
Chamerion sp. is in the Onagraceae family, genus Chamerion.
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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