| Chuparosa | |
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Beloperone californica, Acanthus family (Acanthaceae) | |
| Flowers: | Bright red, in clusters at top of stem, tubular (to 2" long) with 3 lobes on lower lip. |
| Leaves: | Soft, hairy, oval shaped gray-green leaves (to 1" long). |
| Height: | Bush may grow to 6'. |
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Photographed March 12, in the Superstition Mountain area. Typically found in desert washes and rocky areas. | |