Nature Preserve flowers

Finn Atkin, Staff Writer

Western rebud (cercis occdentalis) (Finn Atkin)

Western rebud flower

Primarily found in Northern California, this native plant is a perfect addition to our LMC nature preserve. It starts to bloom in March and concludes towards the end of spring. It is easily recognizable as it is tall and sports bright pink flowers.
Miner’s lettuce (clytonia perfoliata). (Finn Atkin)

Miner's lettuce

This bountiful bush with deep green leaves might look as tasty as it does because it’s almost entirely edible. Commonly found throughout California, it’s no question why the Hyphae club found this to be the perfect addition to the nature preserve. Not fully bloomed yet, we can expect to see flowering sometime in April, lasting into summertime.
Photo illustration of Ricardo Black with salvia leucophylla (purple sage). (Finn Atkin)

Salvia leucophylla

Found in the coasts of California and Northern Mexico, this trooper can withstand intensely dry California climates thanks to its fuzzy, protected leaves. Purple sage is a popular plant used medicinally, with roots in Native American, Ancient Grecian and Roman cultures. While white sage is more commonly used in smudging rituals, purple sage is also somewhat used.
Alexandra monkeyflower (Displacus aurantiacus). (Finn Atkin)

Alexander monkeyflower

Native to most of California and some of Oregon, these sticky little guys boast vibrant red and yellow flowers. Black mentioned these being a hybrid of the traditional monkeyflower, which would explain its yellow adornments. These little ones stay in bloom from spring to fall. They are small but mighty and hard to miss.

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