About Penstemon anguineus Eastw.
Common Name
Penstemon anguineus is a species of penstemon known by the common name Siskiyou beardtongue.
Distribution and Habitat
It is native to the mountains of Oregon and northern California, where it grows in coniferous forests, often in open areas left by logging operations.
Growth Form and Height
It is a perennial herb reaching up to about 90 centimeters in maximum height.
Leaf Morphology
The oppositely arranged leaves are lance-shaped to oval, the ones higher on the plant clasping the stem.
Inflorescence and Flower Appearance
The inflorescence produces several light blue or purple flowers between 1 and 2 centimeters long.
Glandular Hair Coating
The sepals and flowers are coated in glandular hairs.
Internal Flower and Staminode Features
The inside of the flower has many long hairs and the staminode has a sparse hair coating.
