[wikipedia] Description, Subspecies: Leptosiphon pygmaeus is a petite annual herb growing 2 to 30 centimetres (0.79 to 11.81 in) high. It has tiny threadlike leaves.
The inflorescence is an open array of minute light to deep pink flowers 7 to 10 millimetres (0.28 to 0.39 in) wide, with rich yellow throats. The bloom period is March to July.
Subspecies
Leptosiphon pygmaeus subsp. continentalis mainland distribution in coastal ranges.[2]
Leptosiphon pygmaeus subsp. pygmaeus Pygmy desert-gold, endemic to coastal sage scrub on San Clemente Island (California) and Guadalupe Island (Baja California).[3] It is a Critically endangered species.[4] (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
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Suggested Citation
Calflora:
Information on California plants for education, research and conservation,
with data contributed by
public and private institutions and individuals.
[web application]. 2025.The Calflora Database
[a non-profit organization].Available:
https://www.calflora.org/(Accessed: 05/13/2025).
