Cryptantha humilis is a perennial plant in the Borage Family (Boraginaceae).[1] It is commonly called low cryptantha.[1]
It is found in dry, gravely soils of the sagebrush scrub community, in subalpine forest, and the alpine zone of the United States Sierra Nevada range, up to 11,900 feet (3,600 m).[1]
It has small, densely leafy stems, giving it a cushion-like appearance, and is relatively low growing, hence the common name.[1]
Hairy leaves are spoon shaped.[1]
Inflorescences with 5 lobed, white flowers with a yellow ring inside the upper throat, are and less than 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm)wide.[1]
The ovate fruits (nutlets) are more wrinkled than C. nubigena.[1]
Cryptantha humilis is a perennial plant in the Borage Family (Boraginaceae). It is commonly called low cryptantha.
