Fremont's monkey-flower
Diplacus fremontii (Benth.) G.L.Nesom
Diplacus fremontii (Benth.) G.L.Nesom is a species of the genus Diplacus in the family Phrymaceae. It is commonly known as Fremont's monkey-flower and is native to California and Baja California. It typically grows in mountain and desert habitats, particularly in moist or disturbed areas. Previously classified under the genus Mimulus as Mimulus fremontii, it was reclassified in 2012.
Description
Diplacus fremontii is a flowering plant found in the regions of California and Baja California. It is adapted to both mountain and desert environments, often thriving in moist or disturbed soils. The species was first described under the genus Mimulus as Mimulus fremontii but was later reclassified into the genus Diplacus in 2012. It is a member of the Phrymaceae family, commonly known as the lopseed family.
Other common names
Fremont's monkey-flower
Distribution
California · Mexico Northwest
Synonyms
Eunanus fremontiiEunanus subsecundusMimulus fremontiiMimulus subsecundus