Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
nanus
ID:
1279927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
tro

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 15: 110 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279265



Common Names

  • Hesperochiron nanus
  • Dwarf Hesperochiron
  • Nan's Hesperochiron


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Description

Hesperochiron nanus (also called Hesperochiron nanus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm in height. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and streambanks. It has white flowers and its leaves are lance-shaped.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperochiron nanus is used for its ornamental value in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hesperochiron nanus are white or pink, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperochiron nanus can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a light, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Hesperochiron nanus

Hesperochiron nanus is found in the western United States, particularly in California.

Hesperochiron nanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperochiron nanus?

Hesperochiron nanus

What is the common name of Hesperochiron nanus?

Nanus starwort

What is the natural range of Hesperochiron nanus?

South America

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,