Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
sayersensis
ID:
379698

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.B.Simpson, Neff & Helfgott

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lundellia 4: 31 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000379030



Common Names

  • Sayersensis Sedge
  • Sayers' Sedge
  • Sayers' Flat-sedge


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Description

Nemophila sayersensis (also called Sayers' Nemophila, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Boraginaceae. It is native to California, Oregon, and Washington. It grows in moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Nemophila sayersensis is a popular ornamental plant for gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nemophila sayersensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemophila sayersensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in the spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Nemophila sayersensis

Nemophila sayersensis is native to California.

Nemophila sayersensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemophila sayersensis?

Nemophila sayersensis

Where is Nemophila sayersensis found?

Nemophila sayersensis is found in North America, particularly in California.

What is the flowering season of Nemophila sayersensis?

Nemophila sayersensis typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

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

Beryl Brintnall Simpson (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.B.Simpson' in the authors string.
John L. Neff: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Neff' in the authors string.
D.Megan Helfgott: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Helfgott' in the authors string.