This image shows the distribution of several Diplacus varieties with red floral coloration. |  * indicates recent transitional sites with mixed-shaped individuals.

This study offers insight into the numerous aspects of the real-time evolution of the semi-wood monkeyflowers (Diplacus) and other higher plant complex systems.

 key words: Diplacus; real-time evolution; hybrid zone - transition zone - long term monitoring Silene; Snapdragon; Primula; Ipomopsis; Aquilegia