Rare Plant Field Guide

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Photo Copyright © 1999 by the Colorado Natural Heritage Program Polemoniaceae (Phlox Family) Synonym: Ipomopsis spicata ssp. capitata Look Alikes: Not likely to be confused with any other alpine species. Flowering/Fruiting Period: July-early August/August. Habitat: Alpine ridgetops; gravelly, calcareous soils. Elev. 12,000-14,000 ft. Photo Copyright © 1999 by A. Kratz Distribution: Endemic to Colorado (Mosquito Range in Lake, Park and Summit Cos.). References: Johnston et al. 1981b; O'Kane 1988. Please send comments to: Colorado Natural Heritage Program 254 General Services Building, Colorado State University · Fort Collins, CO 80523 · (970) 491-2992