Howellanthus sp.
Family: Hydrophyllaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Howellanthus sp. is a native California perennial in the Hydrophyllaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Eucrypta: Howellanthus has only 1-several flowers per plant; Eucrypta has many flowers in branched clusters.; vs Phacelia: Howellanthus has just 1-several flowers; Phacelia has many flowers in coiled clusters.; vs Emmenanthe: Howellanthus has 1-several flowers and grows on serpentine; Emmenanthe has many hanging bell flowers.; vs Nama: Howellanthus is a perennial from taproots; Nama species are mostly annuals with fibrous roots.; vs Hydrophyllum: Howellanthus grows from a taproot; Hydrophyllum has bulbs or thick rhizomes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Howellanthus sp. native to California?
Yes. Howellanthus sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Howellanthus sp. belong to?
Howellanthus sp. is in the Hydrophyllaceae family, genus Howellanthus.
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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