Fremontodendron sp.
Fremontia, flannelbush, Flannelbush
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Family: Malvaceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Fremontodendron sp. (Fremontia) is a native California shrub in the Malvaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs × Chiranthomontodendron: Fremontodendron has pure yellow-orange flowers; the hybrid has darker red-brown markings.; vs Hibiscus: Fremontodendron lacks petals (yellow parts are sepals); Hibiscus has distinct petals and a central stamen column.; vs Quercus: Fremontodendron has flannel-fuzzy leaves and yellow flowers; oaks have smooth leaves and produce acorns.; vs Ribes: Fremontodendron flowers are solitary and yellow; Ribes flowers are in clusters and lack the flannel texture.; vs Phylica: Fremontodendron has large yellow flowers over 25mm; Phylica has tiny clustered flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Fremontodendron sp. native to California?
Yes. Fremontodendron sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Fremontodendron sp. belong to?
Fremontodendron sp. is in the Malvaceae family, genus Fremontodendron.
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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