Digitalis sp.
Foxglove, Foxglove
Family: Plantaginaceae · Type: Perennial · Not Native
Digitalis sp. (Foxglove) is a non-native California perennial in the Plantaginaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Verbascum: Digitalis has one-sided flower spikes with bells; Verbascum has flowers all around a woolly spike.; vs Salvia: Digitalis has bell-shaped flowers with 4 stamens inside; Salvia has hooded flowers with 2 protruding stamens.; vs Campanula: Digitalis flowers have irregular two-lipped openings; Campanula bells are perfectly symmetrical with 5 equal lobes.; vs Penstemon: Digitalis has smooth bell interiors with spots; Penstemon has hairy lower lips and throat guides.; vs Antirrhinum: Digitalis has open bell throats 40-60mm long; Antirrhinum has closed snapdragon mouths under 30mm.
Frequently asked questions
Is Digitalis sp. native to California?
No. Digitalis sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Digitalis sp. belong to?
Digitalis sp. is in the Plantaginaceae family, genus Digitalis.
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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