About Chorizanthe douglasii Benth.
Growth Form
Chorizanthe douglasii Benth. is an erect herb that grows a hairy stem, reaching a maximum height of around half a meter.
Leaf Size
Its leaves grow up to 4 centimeters long.
Leaf Arrangement
Most leaves are arranged around the base of the plant, and there is also a whorl of leaves halfway up the stem.
Inflorescence Structure
The inflorescence is made up of clusters of flowers.
Flower Bracts
Each individual flower is surrounded by six bracts that range in color from purple to bright pink, and all of these bracts may be fused together.
Bract Features
The bracts have straight awns at their tips.
Flower Characteristics
The actual flower itself is 3 to 4 millimeters wide, and its color is either white or pink.
