Clammyweed

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Clammyweed

Polanisia dodecandra var. trachysperma var. var. trachysperma

Capparidaceae Pink White

This variety of clammyweed occurs throughout much of Texas except for the Trans-Pecos and South Texas. It is most commonly found on sand and gravel bars in river bottoms. The blooms, present in summer or fall, are attractive, but the plant is very sticky to the touch and rank smelling.

Seasonality

Flowering months

May June July August September October

Texas distribution

Region map

The highlighted regions reflect the historical distribution data preserved in the original collection.

Coastal Prairie East Texas Edwards Plateau High Plains North-Central Texas Rolling Plains

Herbarium sheets

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