Stanleya sp.
Prince's plume, Prince's Plume
Family: Brassicaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Stanleya sp. (Prince's plume) is a native California perennial in the Brassicaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Thelypodium: Flower stalks are dramatically longer (quarter-inch plus) versus barely visible in Thelypodium.; vs Caulanthus: Petals are large (over 1 inch) and yellow-white versus smaller and purple-white in Caulanthus.; vs Barbarea: Tall desert perennial with bottlebrush flower spikes versus streambank plant with angular stems.; vs Rorippa: Large showy flowers on long stalks versus tiny flowers on short stalks in wet habitats.; vs Conringia: Dramatic bottlebrush flower spikes versus compact flower clusters with clasping leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Stanleya sp. native to California?
Yes. Stanleya sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Stanleya sp. belong to?
Stanleya sp. is in the Brassicaceae family, genus Stanleya.
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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