Eustoma sp.
Catchfly gentian, Catchfly Gentian
Family: Gentianaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Eustoma sp. (Catchfly gentian) is a native California perennial in the Gentianaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Zeltnera: Eustoma has wide bell-shaped flowers; Zeltnera has narrow-tubed flowers.; vs Centaurium: Eustoma has wide bell-shaped flowers; Centaurium has narrow-tubed flowers.; vs Gentianopsis: Eustoma has bell-shaped flowers; Gentianopsis has fringed petals.; vs Gentianella: Eustoma has wide bells; Gentianella has tubular flowers.; vs Comastoma: Eustoma has large bell-shaped flowers; Comastoma has small tubular ones.
Frequently asked questions
Is Eustoma sp. native to California?
Yes. Eustoma sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Eustoma sp. belong to?
Eustoma sp. is in the Gentianaceae family, genus Eustoma.
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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