Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Bush Anemone |
| Also Known As | Tree Anenome |
| Scientific Name | Carpenteria californica |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | May (Jun - Jul) |
| ImageUrl | Carpenteria-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hambleton Hall |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 08 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Carpenteria californica is an evergreen shrub with fragrant, white, anemone-like flowers that bloom in late spring. It has glossy, dark green leaves and can grow up to 3 metres in height.
Distribution
This species is native to a small area in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California, USA. It typically grows in chaparral and woodland habitats.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not known to be consumed by humans.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on pets.
Active Compounds
None known.