Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blephariphylla
ID:
1315193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) D.R.Morgan & R.L.Hartm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Sida 20(4): 1403 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001327647



Common Names

  • Xanthisma blephariphylla
  • Blephariphylla Xanthisma
  • Blephariphylla Sunray


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Description

Xanthisma blephariphylla (also called Eyelash Xanthisma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the borage family. It is native to the southwestern United States, and it grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and its leaves are linear-shaped and have toothed edges.

Uses & Benefits

Xanthisma blephariphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is often grown as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Xanthisma blephariphylla has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Xanthisma blephariphylla is a perennial herb native to the southwestern United States. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location until they have established.

Where to Find Xanthisma blephariphylla

Xanthisma blephariphylla is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Xanthisma blephariphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Xanthisma blephariphylla?

Xanthisma blephariphylla

What is the common name of Xanthisma blephariphylla?

Eyelash-leaved xanthisma

What type of plant is Xanthisma blephariphylla?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Ronald Lee Hartman (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.L.Hartm.' in the authors string.
David R. Morgan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Morgan' in the authors string.