Jepsonia sp.
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Family: Saxifragaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Jepsonia sp. is a native California perennial in the Saxifragaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Sidalcea: Jepsonia leaves attach at edge; checkerbloom leaves are deeply palmately lobed with 5-9 divisions.; vs Sanicula: Jepsonia has simple rounded leaves; sanicle has palmately divided leaves and grows in shade not rocky slopes.; vs Boykinia: Jepsonia leaves attach at edge and grow in dry rock; Boykinia leaves attach at center in moist streamside sites.; vs Darmera: Jepsonia leaves are tiny (under 4 inches) on dry slopes; umbrella plant has dinner-plate leaves in streams.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jepsonia sp. native to California?
Yes. Jepsonia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Jepsonia sp. belong to?
Jepsonia sp. is in the Saxifragaceae family, genus Jepsonia.
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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