Besseya

Small, petalless or near-petalless flowers tightly packed into a spike.

Besseya is a genus of flowering plants commonly known as , now often classified under the genus Veronica within the Figwort family (Scrophulariaceae) . These perennial herbs are native to North America, particularly the western and central regions, and are recognized by their dense, fuzzy flower spikes that resemble a kitten's tail. Key Species besseya

Found in meadows and slopes across the Rocky Mountains. particularly the western and central regions

A rare species native to the Midwest, often found in sandy prairies or oak savannas. and are recognized by their dense

basal leaves that are often thick, hairy, and rounded or heart-shaped.

Notable for its reddish to purple-tinged blooms in the Pacific Northwest. Characteristics