Penstemon calcareus
Limestone Beardtongue, Limestone Penstemon
Also known as: Penstemon desertorum M.E.Jones
- Penstemon desertorum M.E.Jones
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Plantaginaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Penstemon calcareus (commonly known as Limestone Beardtongue or Limestone Penstemon) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. It is part of the broad Penstemon genus, encompassing over 250 species globally.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California, Nevada