Phoenicaulis sp.
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Family: Brassicaceae · Type: Annual · Native
Phoenicaulis sp. is a native California annual in the Brassicaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Boechera: Phoenicaulis has exclusively tree-like branched hairs and fewer seeds per pod (6-16 vs 24+).; vs Arabis: Phoenicaulis has tree-like hairs on stalks, while Arabis has star-shaped hairs radiating from stalks.; vs Caulanthus: Phoenicaulis is perennial with woody base and many-branched hairs; Caulanthus is annual with simple hairs.; vs Transberingia: Phoenicaulis has flattened pods, while Transberingia has cylindrical pods sticking out at angles.; vs Turritis: Phoenicaulis lacks waxy blue-gray coating and its pods aren't pressed tightly against the stem.
Frequently asked questions
Is Phoenicaulis sp. native to California?
Yes. Phoenicaulis sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Phoenicaulis sp. belong to?
Phoenicaulis sp. is in the Brassicaceae family, genus Phoenicaulis.
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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