Synthyris sp.
Family: Plantaginaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Synthyris sp. is a native California perennial in the Plantaginaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Lindernia: Lindernia has leaves along the stem; Synthyris has all leaves at ground level with naked flower stalks.; vs Dopatrium: Dopatrium has tiny scale leaves on stems; Synthyris has broad basal leaves with leafless flower stems.; vs Gratiola: Gratiola has leaves arranged along stems; Synthyris keeps all leaves in a basal rosette.; vs Veronica: Veronica has leaves on flowering stems; Synthyris has basal leaves only with naked flower stalks.; vs Proboscidea: Proboscidea has large leaves on branching stems; Synthyris has basal rosettes with upright flower spikes.
Frequently asked questions
Is Synthyris sp. native to California?
Yes. Synthyris sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Synthyris sp. belong to?
Synthyris sp. is in the Plantaginaceae family, genus Synthyris.
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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