Monotropa sp.
Family: Ericaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Monotropa sp. is a native California perennial in the Ericaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Sarcodes: Monotropa nods when young and is whitish; Sarcodes stands upright and is bright red.; vs Pterospora: Monotropa is short with nodding flowers; Pterospora is very tall with upright flowers.; vs Allotropa: Monotropa lacks stripes and nods when young; Allotropa has candy-cane stripes and stands upright.; vs Pleuricospora: Monotropa has separate petals; Pleuricospora has fused tubular petals.; vs Pityopus: Monotropa has separate smooth petals; Pityopus has fused petals hairy on the inside.
Frequently asked questions
Is Monotropa sp. native to California?
Yes. Monotropa sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Monotropa sp. belong to?
Monotropa sp. is in the Ericaceae family, genus Monotropa.
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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