Stenanthium sp.
Family: Melanthiaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Stenanthium sp. is a native California perennial in the Melanthiaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Trillium: Stenanthium has narrow grass-like leaves and small flowers in tall spikes, while Trillium has three broad leaves and large solitary flowers.; vs Pseudotrillium: Stenanthium has narrow grass-like leaves and small flowers in tall spikes, while Pseudotrillium has three broad leaves and large solitary flowers.; vs Veratrum: Stenanthium has narrow grass-like leaves, while Veratrum has broad, strongly pleated leaves like a fan.; vs Xerophyllum: Stenanthium flowers are greenish-yellow to purple without glands, while Xerophyllum has dense white flower clusters.; vs Toxicoscordion: Stenanthium flowers are smooth at the base without glands, while Toxicoscordion has distinct glistening glands on each petal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Stenanthium sp. native to California?
Yes. Stenanthium sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Stenanthium sp. belong to?
Stenanthium sp. is in the Melanthiaceae family, genus Stenanthium.
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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