Lewis' Monkeyflower

erythranthe lewisii

Lewis' Monkeyflower is a bright and colorful flower that loves to grow near water. It has unique, trumpet-shaped blooms that attract butterflies and bees!

Hábitat: Wetlands and riverbanks

Aspecto

The Lewis' Monkeyflower has vibrant pink to magenta, two-lipped flowers that often resemble a monkey's face. Each flower typically features fuzzy yellow ridges and reddish-purple spots or lines on its lower lip. Its unique markings make it stand out.

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Lewis' Monkeyflower

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Its seeds are tiny, like dust, and can be carried far away by wind or water!

Its unique two-lipped flower looks just like a grinning monkey's face!

Lewis' Monkeyflower was named after the famous explorer Meriwether Lewis.

The plant loves to grow where cool, clear water flows in mountain streams!

Habilidades especiales

Lewis' Monkeyflower has sticky hairs on its stems that can trap tiny insects, helping it defend against being eaten.

Its bright pink petals and yellow throat markings create a clear landing strip, guiding busy bees directly to its nectar and pollen.

This plant thrives in chilly, high-altitude mountain environments, showing its beautiful blooms where other plants struggle.

Medidas y detalles

Altura: 30-90 cm
Extensión: 30-60 cm
Tamaño de la flor: 2.5-5 cm
Temporada de floración: Verano
Comestible: No
Toxicidad: Ninguna
Ciclo de vida: Perenne
Método de polinización: Insectos

Conexiones ecológicas

pollinates

Two-form Bumble Bee

Bombus bifarius

Main pollinator, collects nectar and pollen.

pollinates

Western Bumble Bee

Bombus vosnesenskii

Visits flowers for nectar, aiding reproduction.

pollinates

Rufous Hummingbird

Selasphorus rufus

Feeds on nectar, transferring pollen between flowers.

Rasgos

Social

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