Field book of western wild flowers, New York, 1915, identification, West US, wildflowers, Margaret Neilson Armstrong, Margaret Neilson Armstrong, Mimulus langsdorfii, common yellow monkeyflower, Mimulus moschatus, musk plant, taxonomy: family= Phrymaceae, Erythranthe moschata, women in science, A botanical illustration showcases the Common Yellow Monkey-flower, scientifically known as Mimulus moschatus. The drawing highlights the plant's slender stem adorned with pairs of rounded leaves, which have a slightly serrated edge. At the top, delicate, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers bloom, each featuring a unique, intricate structure. Accompanying the illustration is the Latin name and additional species identification, providing context for this charming aquatic or semi-aquatic flowering plant, often found in wetland habitats. The detailed rendering captures the essence of the plant's natural beauty and ecological significance.