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Keywords: Portulacaceae | Lewisia cotyledon hybrid
This entry was posted while I was on vacation, hence the brief written accompaniment. -- Daniel
Submitted by Joe Keller via the UBCBG Botany Photo of the Day Submissions Forum (original photograph).
The species Lewisia cotyledon is native to southern Oregon and northern California. Three natural varieties have been described by taxonomists, and hybridization between the varieties occurs readily in the wild. Unsurprisingly, cultivated plants can also be made to hybridize, producing colourful results for the patient and skillful plant breeder.
Posted by Daniel Mosquin at July 29, 2005 12:00 AM
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Posted by: CARRIE at July 31, 2005 10:55 AM
Daniel, This is all a new site for me, I am enjoying your photos and look forward to them. Thank you and enjoy your vacation. D.....
Posted by: Debbie at July 31, 2005 3:00 PM
Very exceptional flower. Hoping to find a number of Lewisia that will grow well in Fairbanks, Alaska. Any comments welcome. Robert Fox
Posted by: Robret Fox at June 18, 2006 8:41 AM
Lewisia cotyledon - Z6 - RHS Index of Garden Plants, Griffiths
Lewisia cotyledon - Z6-8 - A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants, Brickell, Cole, Zuk
Posted by: Beverley at July 29, 2007 9:29 PM
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That is one beautiful flower.