Clarkia purpurea
Purple Clarkia, Winecup Clarkia
Also known as: Godetia decumbens Douglas +4 more
- Godetia decumbens Douglas
- Godetia goddardii var. capitata (Jeps.) Jeps.
- Godetia willdenowia Spach
- Oenothera viminea (Douglas) A.Nelson & J.F.Macbride
- Oenothera viminea Douglas
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Onagraceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Originating in North America, Clarkia purpurea (commonly known as Purple Clarkia or Winecup Clarkia) is an annual belonging to the Onagraceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Northwestern U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A., Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, British Columbia, California, Mexico Northwest, Oregon, Washington
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
New York, Pennsylvania
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms