Clarkia purpurea
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Clarkia purpurea (W. Curtis) A. Nels. & J. F. Macbr |
Clarkia purpurea is a species of wildflower known by the common names winecup clarkia, winecup fairyfan, and purple clarkia. This plant is native to western North America where it is found in a variety of habitats. This plant erects a thin reddish stem which may approach a meter in height and has a few lance-shaped leaves. The bowl-shaped flowers have four petals usually one to two centimeters long and in shades of pink, purple, or deep wine red, often with a streak or spot of pink or red in the middle.