Baker's meadowfoam
Limnanthes bakeri J.T.Howell
Limnanthes bakeri, known as Baker's meadowfoam, is a species in the Limnanthaceae family. It is endemic to Mendocino County, California, and is found in wet, grassy habitats such as vernal pools and marshy spring meadows. The species was first described by J.T. Howell in 1943.
Description
Baker's meadowfoam is a rare plant species native to a limited area in Mendocino County, California, specifically around Willits. It occurs in approximately 20 locations and is adapted to moist environments, including vernal pools and spring meadows. As a member of the Limnanthaceae family, it is closely related to other meadowfoam species within the genus Limnanthes.
Other common names
meadowfoamBaker's meadowfoam
Distribution
California
