Streptanthus howellii is a perennial herb that is native to California, and also found in Oregon.
California Rare Plant Rank: 1B.2 (rare, threatened, or endangered in CA and elsewhere).
[Wikipedia] Range, Threats: Streptanthus howellii is an uncommon species of flowering plant in the mustard family known by the common name Howell's jewelflower.[1] It is endemic to the Klamath Mountains of southern Oregon and northern California. It grows in mountain forests on serpentine soils.
This rare plant is threatened by wildfire suppression; it would be more common if its habitat were allowed its natural fire regime.[2] It is also threatened by mining operations.[3] (link added by Mary Ann Machi)
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