Ozomelis diversifolia
Angle leafed miterwort
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Family: Saxifragaceae · Type: Herb · Native
Ozomelis diversifolia (Angle leafed miterwort) is a native California herb in the Saxifragaceae family, recognized by acute vs rounded petal lobe tips.
Angle leafed miterwort is a California native perennial found in the Klamath Ranges, northern Coast Ranges, northern California Coast Ranges, and northern Sierra Nevada at elevations of 1,000 to 2,000 meters in moist woodland and streambank habitats. Flowering from April to July, this plant produces white to light pink flowers with acute-tipped petals in delicate clusters. Growing 20 to 50 centimeters tall with an upright form, it develops slender stems that support its distinctive foliage. Its leaves are notably broad, measuring 3 to 6 centimeters wide with 5 to 7 distinctive lobes that create an intricate, angular appearance. The plant's small hypanthium measures 2.5 to 3.5 millimeters wide, adding to its delicate botanical structure.
Identification and appearance
Key characters: 1 sympatric species; distinguished by acute vs rounded petal lobe tips
Habitat and range
Habitat: Uncommon. Moist woodland, streambanks
Elevation: 1000-2000 m
Outside California: to Washington
Bloom period
Ozomelis diversifolia blooms Apr-Jul.
How to tell it apart
vs Bolandra: Ozomelis has 3-lobed petals; Bolandra has smooth entire petals; vs Heuchera: Ozomelis flowers are in simple spikes; Heuchera flowers are in branched pyramid-shaped clusters; vs Pectiantia: Ozomelis petals have 3 broad lobes; Pectiantia petals split into 4-10 narrow thread-like segments; vs Mitellastra: Ozomelis petals have 3 broad lobes; Mitellastra petals split into many narrow thread-like segments; vs Hemieva: Ozomelis has 3-lobed petals; Hemieva has smooth entire petals
Frequently asked questions
Is Ozomelis diversifolia native to California?
Yes. Ozomelis diversifolia is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Ozomelis diversifolia bloom?
Ozomelis diversifolia blooms Apr-Jul.
What plant family does Ozomelis diversifolia belong to?
Ozomelis diversifolia is in the Saxifragaceae family, genus Ozomelis.
What habitat does Ozomelis diversifolia grow in?
Ozomelis diversifolia grows in Uncommon. Moist woodland, streambanks.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · Index of California Plant Names · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-10-07
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