Popcorn Flower, Plagiobothrys nothofulvus
Early bloomer. Five (5) white petals, yellow centers, resembles a Forget-Me-Not. May release a purple dye, which the Maidu used for this purpose. Notes: Borage family. This plant can be distinguished from canyon nemophila, which also has small, white 5-petaled flowers, by its tall stem. Also, the name popcorn describes its tendency to appear in clusters which resemble popcorn. If you look very closely, you will see a 5-lobed washer at the center of each bloom (this is apparent in the second photo below). Click on species name below to go to USDA for this plant Kingdom Plantae -- Plants |
Popcorn Flower, Plagiobothrys nothofulvus -- grows on tall stems in open fields |
Popcorn Flower, Plagiobothrys nothofulvus -- close-up |