California monkey-fiddle
Hesperochiron californicus
General: Perennial tufted herb.
Leaves: All basal; broad with unlobed margins, pubescent.
Flowers: Showy, white, bell-shaped with 5 flaring lobes.
Fruits: Many seeded capsules.
Distinguishing Characteristics: The bell-shaped corolla and hairy leaves distinguish this species from H. pumilis, which has flatter saucer-shaped corollas and more glabrous leaves.
Leaves: All basal; broad with unlobed margins, pubescent.
Flowers: Showy, white, bell-shaped with 5 flaring lobes.
Fruits: Many seeded capsules.
Distinguishing Characteristics: The bell-shaped corolla and hairy leaves distinguish this species from H. pumilis, which has flatter saucer-shaped corollas and more glabrous leaves.