Glossopetalon sp.
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Family: Crossosomataceae · Type: Shrub · Native
Glossopetalon sp. is a native California shrub in the Crossosomataceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Crossosoma: Glossopetalon flowers are in leaf axils with 4-10 stamens; Crossosoma flowers are at branch tips with 15-50 stamens.; vs Thamnosma: Glossopetalon is unscented and has opposite leaves; Thamnosma is strongly aromatic with alternate leaves.; vs Castela: Glossopetalon has bisexual flowers; Castela has separate male and female flowers.; vs Tamarix: Glossopetalon has large petals and 4-10 stamens; Tamarix has tiny petals in dense pink spikes.; vs Maytenus: Glossopetalon has separate petals; Maytenus has tiny flowers with petals joined at base.
Frequently asked questions
Is Glossopetalon sp. native to California?
Yes. Glossopetalon sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Glossopetalon sp. belong to?
Glossopetalon sp. is in the Crossosomataceae family, genus Glossopetalon.
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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