fameflower
Phemeranthus sediformis (Poelln.) Kiger
Phemeranthus sediformis, known as Okanagan fameflower, is a flowering plant in the Montiaceae family. It is native to the Okanagan Highlands and Kettle River Range in Washington, U.S., and British Columbia, Canada. It grows at elevations between 800 and 1,500 m on rocky slopes and outcrops. First collected in 1851, it was formally described in 1933–1934. The species has a highly restricted range but adapts well to cultivation and is available in rock garden and alpine garden seed catalogues.
Description
Phemeranthus sediformis is a member of the Montiaceae family and is found in a narrow geographic range in Washington and British Columbia. It thrives on south to southwest-facing rocky slopes, outcrops, and knolls. The species is notable for its limited natural distribution, making it one of Canada's most range-restricted plants. Despite this, it is easily transplanted and cultivated, and has been included in seed catalogues for rock and alpine gardens for many years.
Other common names
Okanogan fameflowerOkanagan fameflowerfameflowertalinum
Distribution
British Columbia · North America · Washington
Synonyms
Talinum okanoganenseTalinum sediformeTalinum wayae