About Chylismia brevipes Small
Taxonomy
Chylismia brevipes is a species of wildflower with the accepted scientific name Chylismia brevipes Small.
Distribution and Common Names
It is native to the desert southwest of the United States, and has three common names: yellow cups, Mojave suncup, and golden suncup.
Growth Habit and Stem Description
This plant is a hairy annual wildflower that grows tall stems, often reaching over half a meter in height.
Leaf Structure
Basal leaves surround the stems, and these leaves can be simple or made up of several leaflets.
Inflorescence Characteristics
The plant produces an inflorescence that holds between one and several blooms.
Flower Coloration
Its flowers are bright yellow, and most often have reddish speckling at the base of each petal.
Reproductive Flower Parts
The center of each flower has a long pistil, plus several shorter stamens with large anthers.
Fruit Description
Its fruits are hanging capsules that can grow up to several centimeters long.
