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Silene californica

CATCHFLY

Caryophyllaceae
Pink family

Silene californica © Jim Shevock


Perennial, 8–20" (20–50 cm).
Stems ± prostrate or reclining.
Flowers bright red.
Blooming March–August.
Open brushy or wooded places.
Elevation < 7250' (2200 m).
Northwestern California, Cascade Ranges, Sierra Nevada, Central Western California, Southwestern California.
A California Flora p. 288
The Jepson Manual p. 491 495

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Last modified: February 2, 2009





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