Lavender-leaf Sundrops (Oenothera lavandulifolia)
Lavender-leaf Sundrops (Oenothera lavandulifolia), in the Evening Primrose Family (Oragraceae), is a native plant common on outcrops, and in shortgrass prairie, pinyon-pine, and other dry places from the plains to the lower montane. Blooms from May though August on...
Sandsage (Artemisia filifolia)
Sand Sage (Artemisia filifolia), in the Aster Family (Asteraceae), is a native shrub, common in sandy places on the eastern plains, known on the western slope only from western Montezuma County. Blooms from July through September. Photo by Russ...
Moss Campion (Silene acaulis)
Moss Campion (Silene acaulis) is in the Pink Family (Caryophillaceae). It is a pioneer species, the first to grow in disturbed habitats, and develops a root as long as six feet. It is common on alpine tundra and less so in subalpine habitats. Blooms from June through...