Draba asterophora
Lake Tahoe Draba
Also known as: Draba asterophora var. asterophora +1 more
- Draba asterophora var. asterophora
- Draba asterophora var. macrocarpa C.L.Hitchc.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Brassicaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub.
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Draba asterophora (commonly known as Lake Tahoe draba) is a shrub belonging to the Brassicaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with subalpine or subarctic conditions. The genus Draba is notably large, comprising more than 450 species.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Nevada