Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
collinus
ID:
1216193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001215531

Common Names

  • Plagiobothrys
  • Collinus
  • Hillside Popcorn-flower

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Description

Plagiobothrys collinus (also called Collin's Popcornflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in wet meadows, marshes, and vernal pools.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiobothrys collinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Plagiobothrys collinus is small and white, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiobothrys collinus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps can be divided and replanted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Plagiobothrys collinus

Plagiobothrys collinus can be found in the western United States, including California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Montana.

Plagiobothrys collinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiobothrys collinus?

Plagiobothrys collinus

What is the common name of Plagiobothrys collinus?

Collin's popcornflower

What is the natural habitat of Plagiobothrys collinus?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Great Basin region of the western United States

Species in the Plagiobothrys genus

Plagiobothrys lithocaryus, Plagiobothrys hystriculus, Plagiobothrys hirtus, Plagiobothrys lamprocarpus, Plagiobothrys plurisepalus, Plagiobothrys orthostatus, Plagiobothrys myosotoides, Plagiobothrys australasicus, Plagiobothrys glaber, Plagiobothrys tenellus, Plagiobothrys tenuifolius, Plagiobothrys figuratus, Plagiobothrys calandrinioides, Plagiobothrys scouleri, Plagiobothrys congestus, Plagiobothrys macbridei, Plagiobothrys uncinatus, Plagiobothrys gracilis, Plagiobothrys acanthocarpus, Plagiobothrys arizonicus, Plagiobothrys austinae, Plagiobothrys bracteatus, Plagiobothrys canescens, Plagiobothrys chorisianus, Plagiobothrys distantiflorus, Plagiobothrys fulvus, Plagiobothrys glyptocarpus, Plagiobothrys greenei, Plagiobothrys hispidus, Plagiobothrys humistratus, Plagiobothrys infectivus, Plagiobothrys jonesii, Plagiobothrys tener, Plagiobothrys torreyi, Plagiobothrys trachycarpus, Plagiobothrys undulatus, Plagiobothrys humilis, Plagiobothrys leptocladus, Plagiobothrys mollis, Plagiobothrys nothofulvus, Plagiobothrys orientalis, Plagiobothrys armeriifolius, Plagiobothrys collinus, Plagiobothrys corymbosus, Plagiobothrys germaini, Plagiobothrys oppositifolius, Plagiobothrys polycaulis, Plagiobothrys pratensis, Plagiobothrys procumbens, Plagiobothrys pulchellus,

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 tro-4001568: Based on the initial data import
Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.