Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii
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Family: Polemoniaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii is a native California perennial in the Polemoniaceae family, recognized by non-glandular hairs, unlobed leaves, and 3-lobed bracts.
Hall's linanthus is a California native perennial found in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains in open, rocky areas at elevations of 1,500 to 1,600 meters. Flowering from May to August, this plant produces white to pale lavender flowers in compact clusters. Growing with slender stems 10 to 20 centimeters tall, it forms low-spreading clumps with non-glandular hairs. Its leaves are generally unlobed, with narrow, linear blades that create a delicate, sparse foliage. The plant's distinctive three-lobed bracts add subtle textural interest to its overall compact form.
Identification and appearance
Key characters: 26 sympatric species; distinguished by non-glandular hairs, unlobed leaves, and 3-lobed bracts
Habitat and range
Habitat: Open, rocky areas
Elevation: 1500-1600 m
Outside California: Baja California
Bloom period
Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii blooms May-Aug.
How to tell it apart
vs Phlox: Linanthus has alternate leaves; Phlox has opposite leaves paired along the stem.; vs Leptosiphon: Linanthus has rigid, sharp leaf tips and nocturnal flowers; Leptosiphon has soft leaf tips and day-blooming flowers.; vs Gilia: Linanthus has wheel-shaped flowers with lobes longer than tube; Gilia has narrow funnel flowers with tube longer than lobes.; vs Coleonema: Linanthus has palm-divided leaves and phlox flowers; Coleonema has needle-like leaves and 5-petaled star flowers.; vs Navarretia: Linanthus has open wheel flowers and non-spiny leaves; Navarretia has tiny tube flowers hidden in spiny bracts.
Frequently asked questions
Is Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii native to California?
Yes. Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii bloom?
Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii blooms May-Aug.
What plant family does Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii belong to?
Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii is in the Polemoniaceae family, genus Linanthus.
What habitat does Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii grow in?
Linanthus pungens subsp. hallii grows in Open, rocky areas.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-10-06
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