Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sparsiflora
ID:
89336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
gcc

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. : 402 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000088665



Common Names

  • Sparse-flowered Hespervax
  • Hespervax
  • Hesperevax sparsiflora


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Description

Hesperevax sparsiflora (also called sparse-flowered hedgenettle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family. It is native to the western United States and typically grows in dry, rocky soils. It is an annual herb with an erect stem and a rosette of leaves that are oblong-lanceolate in shape. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are nutlets.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperevax sparsiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hesperevax sparsiflora var. brevifolia (A.Gray) Morefield

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hesperevax sparsiflora is a small, white, daisy-like flower with many petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperevax sparsiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the root clumps or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require regular fertilizing.

Where to Find Hesperevax sparsiflora

Hesperevax sparsiflora is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Hesperevax sparsiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperevax sparsiflora?

Hesperevax sparsiflora

What type of plant is Hesperevax sparsiflora?

Hesperevax sparsiflora is a flowering plant.

Where is Hesperevax sparsiflora found?

Hesperevax sparsiflora is found in the southwestern United States.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44995: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.