Scientific name:

Clarkia unguiculata

Family: Evening-primrose or Onagraceae

Blooms: Apr–Sept

Plant Height: < 100 cm

Habitat: Dry slopes

About: A very common clarkia, immediately recognizable by its spreading petals that are triangular or diamond-shaped, abruptly narrowing to a slender claw. The flowers grow along the length of tall stems, sometimes in profusion, creating spectacular displays. The typical color is dark pink with deep crimson sepals, but it can also be found in salmon pink, red and even white. The outer anthers are longer and darker than the inner ones.

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