Chimaphila sp.
Prince's pine, pipsissewa, Pipsissewa
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Family: Ericaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Chimaphila sp. (Prince's pine) is a native California perennial in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Pyrola: Chimaphila has thick whorled stem leaves; Pyrola has thin leaves clustered at base only.; vs Moneses: Chimaphila has multiple flowers in flat-topped clusters; Moneses has a single nodding flower per stem.; vs Orthilia: Chimaphila flowers cluster flat-topped; Orthilia flowers line one side of curved stalk.; vs Lythrum: Chimaphila has thick evergreen leaves in whorls; Lythrum has thin opposite leaves on tall spikes.; vs Whipplea: Chimaphila has whorled leaves and nodding flowers; Whipplea has opposite leaves and upright flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chimaphila sp. native to California?
Yes. Chimaphila sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Chimaphila sp. belong to?
Chimaphila sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Chimaphila.
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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