Draperia

Draperia
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae
(unranked): Angiosperms
(unranked): Eudicots
(unranked): Asterids
Order: incertae sedis
Family: Boraginaceae
Genus: Draperia
Torr.
Species: D. systyla
Binomial name
Draperia systyla
Torr.

Draperia is a monotypic genus of plants which includes the single species Draperia systyla, known by the common name violet draperia. This small perennial wildflower is endemic to California, where it grows in woodlands and rocky slopes in high mountains.. Its leaves, flowers, and fruits are hairy. The flowers are funnel-shaped and light pink to lavender in color.

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