beach suncup
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beach suncup
Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia
The beach suncup is a bright yellow flower that loves to grow in sandy places near the ocean. Its cheerful blooms can be seen dancing in the breeze, making the beach even more beautiful!
Habitat: Coastal areas
Appearance
The beach suncup has bright yellow, cup-shaped flowers with four distinct petals, often appearing in clusters. Its leaves are typically gray-green, spoon-shaped, and covered in fine hairs. It grows low to the ground, forming spreading mats against sandy backdrops.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMyrtalesFamilyOnagraceaeGenusCamissoniopsis
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
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Interesting facts
Each tiny seed pod looks like a super curly, twisted ribbon as it dries.
It's sometimes called 'California Primrose' because it often blooms early in the year.
Its bright yellow flowers actually turn to follow the sun across the sky!
The entire plant often lies flat, hugging the sand to avoid strong ocean winds.
Special abilities
Ability
Deep Drinker
beach suncup has a long taproot that can reach deep into the sand to find precious water, helping it survive dry spells.
Ability
Salt Shield
Its fuzzy, silvery leaves are covered in fine hairs that protect it from salty sea spray and help it conserve water.
Ability
Sand Wrestler
The beach suncup can grow new roots and stems when buried by shifting sands, helping it survive fierce coastal winds.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 5-30 cm
- Spread
- 15-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-3 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to Fall
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen from flowers.
pollinates
Yellow-faced bumble bee
Bombus vosnesenskii
Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Marmalade hoverfly
Syrphus ribesii
Adults feed on nectar, aiding pollination.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Salt Tolerant
Salt tolerant plants can withstand and grow in conditions with elevated salinity levels in the soil or water.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are dynamic environments located along the interface between land and sea, influenced by tides, waves, and saltwater.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always be gentle when exploring flowers and avoid picking them without permission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is beach suncup?
5-30 cm
How wide does beach suncup spread?
15-45 cm
How big are the flowers on beach suncup?
1-3 cm
When does beach suncup bloom?
Spring to Fall
Is beach suncup edible?
No
Is beach suncup toxic?
None
What is beach suncup's lifecycle?
Annual
How is beach suncup pollinated?
Insect
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