| Botanical Name |
Cryptantha cinerea, var. jamesii |
| Common Name |
Bow-nut cryptantha |
| Family |
Boraginaceae –- Forget-me-not |
| Description |
This native plant has very hairy stems and leaves. The stems vary in length and the leaves are narrow. It’s common in sandy soils. |
| Mature Size |
2” – 5” |
| Bloom |
In April, May and June dense clusters of small, funnel-shaped flowers appear. The narrow, yellow throat flares into 5 white lobes. Sometimes the flowers are barely visible. |
| Interesting Facts |
Cryptantha is a large genus of the arid West. C. cinerea is one of the most common. In Greek, the word cryptos means hidden and anthos means flower. |
| Traditional and Medicinal Uses |
None found. |
