greenei [Greene's Maple] - very small leaves, samaras with overlapping wings, southern Sierra Nevada. Habitat: Mountain big sagebrush is found in dry montane areas. Rocky Mountain Maple is the most northern member of the maple family found in the Rockies. Cascade Mountain-Ash. The primary purpose of this guide is to enable you to quickly and easily identify a plant, but also to give you an appreciation of the amazing diversity and beauty of the flowers that flourish here, the land that nurtures them and their need for protection. When the plant is mature, the bark becomes flaky, papery and thin. The seeds hold a trace amount of cyanide. Through winter, the Information Office is open 8:00 am–4:30 pm Mon–Fri. Fun Facts: The long tubular flowers are perfect for hummingbirds to feed on the nectar of these plants. Scientific name: Artemisia tridentata ssp. So if you do not find a flower where you expect it to be, try another group. Duration: Perennial Growth Habit: Subshrub, Herb/Forb Arizona Native Status: Native Habitat: Upland. The optimal identification period for this species is throughout June. We have just gotten started with the content of this page, but will be working to make it better and more interesting as time goes on. The sale of photos is used to keep this guide updated and available. Arnica. Blooming occurs throughout May; fruiting occurs throughout June. Thanks!If you have any corrections, comments or questions, please email me. Height can range from 1 to 3 feet tall and is densely branched. Has stout shoots and oblong sharply toothed mid green leaves. This may be simply the flower but could include the leaves, fruit or shape in its natural setting to make identification more certain. Habitat: Chokecherries can be found inhabiting dry open areas to moist river beds. The Rocky Mountain Sumac (Rhus glabra cismontana 'Rocky Mountain') thrives in some of the harshest environments that America has to offer. Large 4 lobed deep yellow flowers are borne sparsely from early to mid Spring. Rocky Mountain National Park's varied ecosystems are home to hundreds of wildflower species. More species were found east of the Continental Divide in the rugged canyons and foothills of the Wet Mountains and south in the arid arroyos and mesas, lakes and rivers of northern New Mexico. This is not a complete list of all the flora that can be found in this region, it presents only the flowers that I have personally seen, photographed and identified. The height can be 16 to 49 feet, with a trunk … The tiny bell shaped flowers hang in small clusters and have a pinkish-white color. Handbook of Rocky Mountain Plants by Ruth Ashton Nelson. When spring rolls around and there is more sunlight the leaves transition to green and photosynthesis begins again. In June, tubular pink flowers blossom. This conserves energy during the winter by stopping photosynthesis. The height can be 16 to 49 feet, with a trunk diameter up to 3 feet. : Rocky Mountain juniper inhabitsmontane areas from 5000 ft. : A shrub or a short tree often shaped like a pyramid, with an irregular to slightly rounded crown. Leaves are compound and exhibit a range of green shades in spring and summer. Rose hips, the fruit produced by this flower, remain through winter and are a reliable source of food for many animal species when finding food can be difficult. Seeds: Light brown, v-shaped seeds that fly like little helicopters if caught in the wind. Acer glabrum var. Western Mountain Ash. Rocky Mountain Juniper. See How To for more information on using this guide. They establish on point bars, abandoned beaver ponds, and abandoned channels or ox-bows. This prevents the bears from defecating during winter hibernation. Please read How to Photograph Wildflowers for Identification for tips. It is the only conifer to be found throughout the northern hemisphere. Lilac shrubs are beautiful, fragrant and a great addition to any garden. What is a Shrub? Peterson. The flowers produce raspberries in early and midsummer. In the past, rabbitbrush was burned to smoke hides. During fall and winter the leaves turn from a green to a red-orange. Bird vetch. However, many insects eat the foliage because they can absorb some of the toxin and in turn become poisonous. Scientific name: Juniperus scopulorum. Wax Currants literally blanket the Rockies from as low as the Foothillsto as high as the Montane Zone. It may be beautiful but it's covered in small thorns. Colorado Plants and HabitatsIn this section you can learn about Colorado's native plants and habitats. Requires full sun and well drained soil. Fun Facts: Kinnikinnick, also known as bear berry, is an important staple in the diet of park wildlife. Plant Name. They provide shade to streams and critical habitat for a large number of terrestrial and aquatic species. Our Apple Pie Shrub is sweet and spicy, just like Mom used to make. USDA NRCS National Plant Data Center (NPDC). In fall the leaves become an incandescent yellow or a glowing deep orange-red. The height can be 16 to 49 feet, with a trunk diameter up to 3 feet. These wings help the seeds disperse in the wind like little helicopters. The leaves are narrow and have three- toothed tips which can resemble a three pronged trident. See Where the flowers grow for more detail and photographs of the life zones covered in this guide. Bistort and FireweedThere is not a large variety of red and orange flowers so I have grouped them all together. The berries can be toxic to humans if ingested. Leaves are small, obscurely lobed, and have a pine-citrus fragrance. On the east side, mountain sagebrush is a little smaller in size ranging from 2 to 3feet in height; while the west side it can reach a maximum height of 5 feet. Leaves are small, obscurely lobed, and have a pine-citrus fragrance. "Peterson's Field Guide to Edible Wild Plants" has different books that are specific to a region of North America. The Rocky Mountain region's diverse geography overflows with edible plant species. Fall leaves transform into stunning rustic orange and vibrant red. Lavender/lilac colored flowers are grouped with blue and purple flowers. : Kinnikinnick is a low lying shrub reaching a height of 6 inches and a length of 3 to 5 feet. Elephant head (close) Fairy bell. Fun Facts: Although the small cherries produced by this species serve as food for many animals, the seeds and leaves of chokecherries are quite poisonous to many of them. The berries are feasted upon by small mammals, birds, and even humans. The website began life as a CD called Wildflowers of the Gunnison Basin thus many of the 1,119 flowers, grasses, shrubs and trees were found in the mountains and valleys north of Almont, Colorado where the East and Taylor Rivers converge to become the Gunnison River which flows on to join the Colorado River. From salsify to pearly everlasting, currants to pine nuts, Foraging the Rocky Mountains guides you to 85 edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the region. Butterflies and bees are attracted to the flower clusters, which are reminiscent of lilacs. : Chokecherry is one of the most notable shrubs in Rocky Mountain National Park. Characteristics: Creeping Oregon-grape, also known as holly-grape, is a low lying, evergreen shrub. However, many insects eat the foliage because they can absorb some of the toxin and in turn become poisonous. Landscaping with natives on a large or small scale can maintain biodiversity that otherwise would be lost to development. Plants native to a particular area are well adapted to those soil and climatic conditions. Scientific Name: Zinnia grandiflora Synonym: Crassina grandiflora Common Names: Rocky Mountain Zinnia, Prairie Zinnia, Plains Zinnia, Texas Zinnia, Little Golden Zinnia, Yellow Zinnia Plant Characteristics. Deciduous, vigorous, upright bushy shrub. The long tubular flowers are perfect for hummingbirds to feed on the nectar of these plants. They can grow tall very rapidly beyond the height of browsing or they can produce defense compounds that make them less palatable to large ungulates like moose and elk. Bright red berry-like fruit form in late summer. For full-size, high-resolution photographs or to use the photos for commercial purposes, please email me for permission and prices. Cinqfoil. Many of these plants can also be found throughout the Rocky Mountains and in other areas of North America, and indeed the World. Height can range from 1 to 4 feet depending on slope, soil saturation, and amount of sunlight. Characteristics: Willows in the montane ecosystem can reach heights over 10 feet while alpine willows remain near the ground. Habitat: Found on forested slopes and rocky regions. Native Americans also collected these berries. Unlike the needle-like leaves of Common Juniper, the leaves of Rocky Mountain juniper are small, waxy, and scale-like. Fun Facts: This small plant is an evergreen which means that the leaves are kept throughout the year. In fall the leaves turn a spectacular color of dark orange to rich red. The diversity of the terrain yields an incredible variety of plant life from the rugged cacti of the canyons to the tiny forget-me-not of the alpine tundra. There are more than 2,400 images in this website. : Can thrive in montane to alpine slopes in well drained wooded or open areas. I have listed my … The flowering trees in the Trees index page also appear in their respective groups by color and form of their flowers. This conserves energy during the winter by stopping photosynthesis. In Cheyenne, it blooms in early June. In June, tubular pink flowers blossom. To cover all interests, we have made this app very flexible so you can, for instance, arrange it by common or scientific name; you can identify unknown plants with a key to visible characteristics; you can search; you can scroll quickly through thumbnail photos or browse leisurely thr… Wildflowers of the Canadian Rocky Mountains is an image list of flowering plants found in the Rocky Mountains in Canada. Multiple kinnikinnick plants can form clumps or mats in lodgepole pine forests. Fun Facts: This unique species contains 2-6% rubber which allows the branches to be very flexible. The light purple berry-like cones only appear on female plants. Characteristics: A shrub or a short tree often shaped like a pyramid, with an irregular to slightly rounded crown. Habitat: Boulder raspberry is a common shrub that grows in sunny rocky montane areas. : The characteristics of this plant vary slightly from the east to west side of the park. Large white flowers bloom in late spring. : This hardy plant is often used as an ornamental shrub. Springs and seasonal snow-melt from the high peaks that surround the valleys provide plenty of moisture. The leaves are narrow and have three- toothed tips which can resemble a three pronged trident. Hardy USDA Zone 3 Found on dry, rocky rides of the eastern Rocky Mountains from Alberta to Texas, westward to British Columbia and eastern Oregon (in the Wallowas). In June small purple-blue clusters of juicy berries are produced. Elephant head. The bright yellow flowers can be found from April to July. Rather than thumbing through pages of flowers in a book looking for something that looks like what you are looking at, let your electronic device make the search using the color and form of the flower, or using words to describe the flower and its environs. To learn more about flower identification, stop by a park visitor center or check with the Rocky Mountain Nature Association for guidebooks. Rocky Mountain Maple has the ability to deepen each lope to the point where it separates into multiple leaves, creating a compound leaf from a simple leaf formation. About the photographs I have attempted to show images of the flowers that uniquely identify them. 3. Creamy white flowers bloom from May to June. Leaves are in whorls of three and have a needle-like appearance. Dark purple cones at the top of these trees point up and as with all the firs the cone scales fall apart to release the seeds devoured by animals and birds. Bears in particular utilize this plant. Fact Sheets & Plant Guides: Introduced, Invasive, and Noxious Plants : Threatened & Endangered: Wetland Indicator Status : 50,000+ Plant Images : Complete PLANTS Checklist: State PLANTS Checklist: Advanced Search Download In late August the pink flowers swell to form a translucent orange-red berry. Search Using Images The home page of this guide presents you with 16 photos, each of which represents a group of flowers sharing similar color or form, for example, blue single flowers, yellow round clusters of flowers, or grasses and trees. Ends of branches can have up to fifty flower heads. Stay tuned....But for the moment we have started with some of … Subordinate Taxa. Scientific genus: Salix with fifteen distinct species recorded in the park. My exploration of the many trails in these areas, my interest in wildflowers and photography, and career in computer system design came together in this creation. : Leaves are usually fuzzy. Willows can establish from seeds or from willow roots or stems that implant into the ground. The flowers produce raspberries in early and midsummer. Habitat: Can thrive in montane to alpine slopes in well drained wooded or open areas. Each stalk has 5 to 7 alternating leaves, which have short, holly-like spines. It is the only conifer to be found throughout the northern hemisphere. His father, George S. Vasey, was Chief Botanist of the U.S. Department of Agriculture during the Curator of the U.S. National Herbarium at the Smithsonian Institution during the 19th century. They also resist pest insects and diseases common in that area. These berries can range in taste from tart to sweet, with some even being tasteless. 2. None of the photos have been digitally altered except to crop the original image to a suitable size. They provide food and construction material for beavers and their dams which benefit ecosystem processes. Magnificent, spectacular, awesome, breathtaking, gorgeous, beautiful; there are not enough superlatives to describe these wild and wonderful places and the glorious flowers that grow here. Many clusters of yellow flowers bloom April through June. The names unknownBut to every weed its flower,And loveliness.Haiku by Sampu~~~~~~The best way to use this site is in landscape mode (turn your phone or tablet sideways). Height can range from 1 to 4 feet depending on slope, soil saturation, and amount of sunlight. Habitat: Rocky Mountain juniper inhabitsmontane areas from 5000 ft.-8000 ft., (1500 m.-2400 m.). This name for this subspecies honors George Richard Vasey, an accomplished field botanist. : Rocky Mountain juniper thrives in this variable environment because they retain their leaves all year. Most of the berries are fuzzy and can be course and seedy. Habitat: Wax Current is one of the most common shrubs in dry, sunny montane forests. Here are three good books to consider: 1. It is a great value at only $6.95. As the name suggests, common juniper is fairly common over much of the globe. Fun Facts:The leaves usually will have three deep lobes. Native Americans also collected these berries. Canadian goldenrod. This is a thicket forming shrub spreading by rhizomes. There are several subspecies of big sagebrush in the western United States. July 14, 2001. Cryptomeria globosa Shrubs. Leaves are compound and exhibit a range of green shades in spring and summer. Fun Facts: This is a small tree that does not have just one main trunk. True sages (, This name for this subspecies honors George Richard Vasey, an accomplished field botanist. U.S. Weed Information. Small enough to take into the field; recommended for more experienced botanists and foragers. All of the photographs were taken by me, unless credited otherwise. Habitat: Rocky Mountain juniper inhabitsmontane areas from 5000 ft.-8000 ft., (1500 m.-2400 m.). Almost 100% of the photos were taken with a digital camera; very few now are scanned slides or prints. Characteristics: This deciduous shrub can reach a height of 3 to 4 feet. The rough definitions for the flower forms are: Single - Flowers that are on a single stem and stand out separately from other flowers, e.g. The leaves are a light smoky grey color. The flowers are grouped by color, to aid in quick identification in the field. They have elongated leaves. Usage Requirements. A Rocky Mountain native, desert sweet or fernbush (Chamaebatiaria millefolium) has fragrant white flowers in late spring or early summer and grows in "the hottest, driest conditions," Scott says. : This unique species contains 2-6% rubber which allows the branches to be very flexible. Home | Search | Gallery | How To | About | Blog ©2006-2020 Marilyn Phillips. Common names: ( 1) Rocky Mountain Ash. Fun Facts: Bears, birds, and many other animals in Rocky Mountain National Park feast and depend on these berries. melanocarpa. That the major search engines index the site and rank it highly has more to do with my expertise in search engine optimization than my skills in botany. 2) Rocky Mountain Tree Identification: Ponderosa Pine Tree. Brome. bee spiderflower. These differ from one another in habitatpreference and in subtle features of leaves and inflorescences. The cones are green or purple and contain 1 to 3 seeds per cone. Common names are from state and federal lists. Welcome to the profusion of wildflowers, grasses, ferns and trees that can be found growing on peaks and in valleys, on mesas and in canyons from the Bandelier Wilderness in New Mexico to the Wet Mountains and Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness in Colorado. Click below on a thumbnail map or name for subspecies profiles. Large white flowers bloom in late spring. Mountain Maple is the most northern member of the maple family found in the Rockies. Ends of branches can have up to fifty flower heads. True sages (Salvia), which are often used for cooking, have a similar aroma, but are members of the mint family. This plant happily grows on bare cliff faces in Colorado and windswept plains in Wyoming where it may get a few inches of rain a year at best. Multiple kinnikinnick plants can form clumps or mats in lodgepole pine forests. About the creator I am Marilyn Phillips, a native of England, whose love of nature and the outdoors from childhood brought me by a circuitous route to Crested Butte, Colorado in 1993 and 16 years later to northern New Mexico. Male and female flowers appear as catkins in early spring. t: Can be found in montane and subalpine forests, dry to moist ranges. : Creeping Oregon-grape, also known as holly-grape, is a low lying, evergreen shrub. : Yellow rabbitbrush is one of a few plants that bloom as late as August to October. Common juniper is a truncated ground spreading shrub reaching a maximum height of 3 feet. Add a splash to cinnamon tea for a hot toddy, or mix with your favorite whiskey or bourbon. Willow growth and height in the park is determined by large ungulate and beaver browsing. The berries are feasted upon by small mammals, birds, and even humans. Wallflower and Rosy PaintbrushLong Clusters - Many flowers clustered either loosely or tightly along a stem, e.g. Willow shrub stems are rich with sap and the roots are large and fibrous to reach water below the ground. The leaves are small and compound, with fine hairs. Leaves: 1 to 4 inches with three lobes; coarsely serrated on the edge like the edge of a saw. Usually found in cooler, shaded hillsides, ridges, and rock areas. Recorded Trail Ridge Road status: (970) 586-1222. When the plant is mature, the bark becomes flaky, papery and thin. Click below on a … The cones are green or purple and contain 1 to 3 seeds per cone. In fall the leaves turn a spectacular color of dark orange to rich red. Unlike the needle-like leaves of Common Juniper, the leaves of Rocky Mountain juniper are small, waxy, and scale-like. These berries can range in taste from tart to sweet, with some even being tasteless. Habitat: Can be found in montane and subalpine forests, dry to moist ranges. : "A rose by any other name is still a rose", but be careful around this plant. This is my online record of the flora of the Southern Rocky Mountains. glabrum [Rocky Mountain Maple] - larger form, Rocky Mountains, Idaho, Wyoming to western Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, to Arizona. This index gives you an up-close image of the flowers. Below is a sampling of some of the interesting and beautiful flowers you can discover in the park. Characteristic: It's easy to identify this species because of the light-pink, 5 petaled flowers in early summer and the bright red rose hips in the fall. Fun Facts: This hardy plant is often used as an ornamental shrub. "Identifying and Harvesting Edible and Medicine Plants in the Wild," by Steve Brill. Most of the berries are fuzzy and can be course and seedy. Habitat: Shrubby cinquefoil thrives in dry to wet areas and rocky regions to open meadows. Rocky Mountain Maple has the ability to deepen each lope to the point where it separates into multiple leaves, creating a compound leaf from a simple leaf formation. Rocky Mountain Maple. Max Height: 30 feet. Smallest of the firs, Subalpine Fir is a thin 40 ft. spire that grows near alpine meadows. Fun Facts: The aromatic smell of mountain big sagebrush can almost transport you back to the old west. Sagebrushes are members of the sunflower family. Scientific name:Padus virginiana ssp. : This deciduous shrub can reach a height of 3 to 4 feet. Some flowers that have a range of colors will appear in the index for both ends of the range, usually white and blue. The berries they produce are actually cones, so take a closer look when you see one. The evergreen leaves are small and rounded. If you like Shrubs for Rocky Mountain Landscapes, you might love these ideas. Characteristics: Leaves are usually fuzzy. See the. Habitat: Willows are the dominant woody shrub on almost all wet meadow or riparian areas in the park. Ideal for hedges. This is a deterrent for predators that would prey on these insects. Shoots from the roots are important because they allow existing willow plants and root systems to maintain themselves for long periods of time. Blue Flax and SunflowersRound Clusters - Many, usually small, flowers clustered together in a round or flat shape, e.g. Recorded Trail Ridge Road status: (970) 586-1222. His father, George S. Vasey, was Chief Botanist of the U.S. Department of Agriculture during the Curator of the U.S. National Herbarium at the Smithsonian Institution during the 19. : Arid, rocky, open sites from montane to subalpine. : The aromatic smell of mountain big sagebrush can almost transport you back to the old west. Height can range from 1 to 3 feet tall and is densely branched. many-stemmed large shrub can reach a maximum height of 20 to 25 feet. To identify the plant just click on the color and shape below to start your search, check the family list or search using words. Flowers are tiny, yellow and many are in a dense cluster. Cleome serrulata Pursh – Rocky Mountain beeplant. How to use this Guide Using this guide you will quickly be able to identify a flower. "Founded in 1893 by Aven Nelson, the Rocky Mountain Herbarium (RM) contains the largest collection of Rocky Mountain plants and fungi in existence with additional representation of the floras of other parts of the Northern Hemisphere." : Shrubby cinquefoil thrives in dry to wet areas and rocky regions to open meadows. Characteristics: A shrub or a short tree often shaped like a pyramid, with an irregular to slightly rounded crown. ©J.S. : Found on forested slopes and rocky regions. "The Rocky Mountain Berry Book," by Bob Krumm. : It's easy to identify this species because of the light-pink, 5 petaled flowers in early summer and the bright red rose hips in the fall. Fun Facts: Rocky Mountain juniper thrives in this variable environment because they retain their leaves all year. Rocky Mountain Plant Guide - BEST SELLER- This 45-page catalog describes plants that are commonly used in horticultural applications in the Rocky Mountain region. Reny's Wildflowers: Reny Parker's wildflower galleries, with "over 1,820 images identified to 79 plant families." As the name suggests, common juniper is fairly common over much of the globe. The evergreen leaves are small and rounded. : This small plant is an evergreen which means that the leaves are kept throughout the year. 3) Rocky Mountain Tree Identification: Lodgepole Pine Tree. grows in rounded clumps and can vary in height from 3 to 5 feet. Terrific as a marinade for pork or chicken. This plant has no children. : Boulder raspberry is a common shrub that grows in sunny rocky montane areas. Apple pie is delicious ANY time of year! I would like to stress that I am not an authority in flower identification, just a hobbyist who knows how to build websites. Through winter, the Information Office is open 8:00 am–4:30 pm Mon–Fri. The leaves are small and compound, with fine hairs. Many clusters of yellow flowers bloom April through June. In late fall, bears eat the berries and other vegetation to create a blockage in the digestive system. Flowers were also boiled to extract a yellow color to be used as a dye. Green leaves in summer turn a brilliant scarlet in autumn making for a spectacular display. I have found flora in the Gunnison, San Isabel, Santa Fe, Rio Grande, Carson and San Juan National Forests, and also walking to the Post Office. It's the only member of the maple family that can do this. Characteristics: Often grows in rounded clumps and can vary in height from 3 to 5 feet. : There are two Junipers in Rocky Mountain National Park, Rocky Mountain juniper. Willows have evolved defenses against browsing. Many of these plants can also be found throughout the Rocky Mountains and in other areas of North America, and indeed the World. : Although the small cherries produced by this species serve as food for many animals, the seeds and leaves of chokecherries are quite poisonous to many of them. Rocky Mountain Sumac is not new to the trade but a convincing xeric shrub we’re proud to offer for its attributes of being able to handle very dry conditions, poor alkaline soils and heavy wind. Willow have declined in Rocky Mountain National Park meadows because there are fewer beaver and elk overbrowse their leaves and stems. Buttercup. : Bears, birds, and many other animals in Rocky Mountain National Park feast and depend on these berries. Flowers were also boiled to extract a yellow color to be used as a dye. Mountain big sagebrush is more moisture demanding than the other subspecies and grows at higher elevations. The leaves are a deep forest green in contrast to the blush red stems. The leaves are a light smoky grey color. : Mountain big sagebrush is found in dry montane areas. vaseyana. Type: Broadleaf Deciduous. Garden BulbsPlantsFront Yard LandscapingGarden ShrubsTypes Of MulchShrubsSmall Evergreen ShrubsShrubs For LandscapingCypress Mulch. Characteristics: Kinnikinnick is a low lying shrub reaching a height of 6 inches and a length of 3 to 5 feet. Characteristics: Chokecherry is one of the most notable shrubs in Rocky Mountain National Park. It's the only member of the maple family that can do this. The photos on the website may be used for personal or academic purposes as long as they are clearly credited to rockymountainsflora.com. Click on a place name to get a complete protected plant list for that location. In late fall, bears eat the berries and other vegetation to create a blockage in the digestive system. Usually found in cooler, shaded hillsides, ridges, and rock areas. The tiny bell shaped flowers hang in small clusters and have a pinkish-white color. Rocky Mountain beeplant. Rocky Mountain Vinegar Shrubs is a Colorado Proud (TM) Company WE DELIVER LOCALLY IN GREATER DENVER AT DISCOUNTED RATES WE SHIP THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES . It's a great solution to erosion and can be used to stabilize slopes. 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