Kelloggia sp.
Family: Rubiaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Kelloggia sp. is a native California perennial in the Rubiaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Epilobium: Kelloggia has 4 petals and opposite leaves; Epilobium has 4 notched petals and alternate upper leaves.; vs Gayophytum: Kelloggia has opposite leaves throughout; Gayophytum has alternate leaves and thread-like stems.; vs Diodia: Kelloggia has long-stalked flowers in terminal clusters; Diodia has stalkless flowers at leaf joints.; vs Crucianella: Kelloggia has opposite leaves and open clusters; Crucianella has whorled leaves and dense cylindrical spikes.; vs Sherardia: Kelloggia has opposite leaves and open terminal clusters; Sherardia has whorled leaves and dense head-like clusters.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kelloggia sp. native to California?
Yes. Kelloggia sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Kelloggia sp. belong to?
Kelloggia sp. is in the Rubiaceae family, genus Kelloggia.
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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