California Four O'clock is a beautiful flower found in California deserts that gets its name from the fact that it blooms in the late afternoon. It features long, tubular petals that come in a range of hues, from yellow to pink to purple. This plant is also known by several other names, including Mirabilis californica, Wishbone Bush, and Desert Wishbone Bush. Similarly, its close relative, Mirabilis laevis, has several names such as Naked Stem Sunflower, Blue Evening Primrose, and Showy Mexicans. These synonyms are commonly used interchangeably, and they all refer to the same vibrant and stunning plant that adds beauty to dry, rocky landscapes of California.
