Scutellaria californica
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Scutellaria californica Gray |
The California skullcap (Scutellaria californica) is a species of plant endemic to California. It is found in the scrub and low elevation mountains of Northern California
It is a small plant growing up to half a meter high, bearing small, white or yellowish snapdragon-like flowers which are said to smell of apples. The leaves are green and arranged oppositely on the erect stem.