Mertensia humilis
Rocky Mountain Bluebells
Also known as: Mertensia alpina var. humilis (Rydb.) J.F.Macbr.
- Mertensia alpina var. humilis (Rydb.) J.F.Macbr.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Boraginaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America, Mertensia humilis (commonly known as Rocky Mountain bluebells) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subalpine or subarctic conditions.
Macro Climate
Cold
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colorado, Wyoming