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Penstemon calcareus Brandegee

Limestone beardtongue · Plantaginaceae

Penstemon calcareus is a species of penstemon known by the common name limestone beardtongue.

PlantaginaceaePerennialUS native
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About Limestone beardtongue

Penstemon calcareus is a species of penstemon known by the common name limestone beardtongue. It is native to California, where it is known from the deserts of central San Bernardino County, as well as the Death Valley area, where its distribution extends just over the border into Nevada. It grows in scrub and woodland, often on limestone substrates. It is a perennial herb with erect branches up to about 25 centimeters in maximum height, grayish with...

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Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeCalifornia, Nevada
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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