Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
chaetocalyx
ID:
628027

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 78: 43 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627359

Common Names

  • Cryptantha chaetocalyx
  • Chaetocalyx Cryptantha
  • Chaetocalyx

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Synonyms

  • Cryptantha divaricata Reiche [unknown]
  • Eritrichium chaetocalyx Phil. [unknown]
  • Eritrichium divaricatum Phil. [unknown]
  • Eritrichium pustulosum Phil. [unknown]

Description

Cryptantha chaetocalyx (also called 'Bristly Cryptantha, among many other common names) is an annual herb with bristly stems and small white flowers. It is native to western North America, where it is found in dry, open habitats. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptantha chaetocalyx is an ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptantha chaetocalyx has small, white flowers with yellow centers and five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryptantha chaetocalyx is a perennial herb native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil and keep them moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Cryptantha chaetocalyx

Cryptantha chaetocalyx is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Cryptantha chaetocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cryptantha chaetocalyx?

Cryptantha chaetocalyx

What is the common name of Cryptantha chaetocalyx?

Cryptantha

What is the family of Cryptantha chaetocalyx?

Boraginaceae

Species in the Cryptantha genus

Cryptantha abata, Cryptantha affinis, Cryptantha albida, Cryptantha alfalfalis, Cryptantha alyssoides, Cryptantha ambigua, Cryptantha aprica, Cryptantha argentea, Cryptantha barbigera, Cryptantha bridgesii, Cryptantha buchtienii, Cryptantha calycina, Cryptantha calycotricha, Cryptantha capituliflora, Cryptantha carrizalensis, Cryptantha cedrosensis, Cryptantha chaetocalyx, Cryptantha cinerea, Cryptantha clandestina, Cryptantha clemensae, Cryptantha clevelandii, Cryptantha clokeyi, Cryptantha congesta, Cryptantha crassisepala, Cryptantha crinita, Cryptantha cycloptera, Cryptantha cynoglossoides, Cryptantha decipiens, Cryptantha dichita, Cryptantha diffusa, Cryptantha dimorpha, Cryptantha diplotricha, Cryptantha dissita, Cryptantha dolichophylla, Cryptantha dumetorum, Cryptantha echinella, Cryptantha excavata, Cryptantha exigua, Cryptantha fendleri, Cryptantha filaginea, Cryptantha filiformifolia, Cryptantha filiformis, Cryptantha flaccida, Cryptantha foliosa, Cryptantha ganderi, Cryptantha glareosa, Cryptantha globulifera, Cryptantha glomeriflora, Cryptantha glomerulifera, Cryptantha gnaphalioides,

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2745440: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.