California stoneseed

Lithospermum californicum A.Gray

Lithospermum californicum, a flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family, is native to southern Oregon and northern California. It grows in various mountain habitats, including forest, woodland, and chaparral, and may occur on serpentine soils.

Description

Lithospermum californicum, described by A. Gray in 1874, is a member of the Boraginaceae family. It is commonly known as California stoneseed and is found in mountainous regions of California and Oregon. This species is adapted to a range of environments, including forested areas, woodlands, and chaparral. It is sometimes associated with serpentine soils, which are nutrient-poor and challenging for many plant species.