Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
figuratus
ID:
510744

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Piper) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Man. Pl. Oregon : 609 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510076

Common Names

  • Plagiobothrys Figuratus
  • Figuratus Plagiobothrys
  • Plagiobothrys

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Synonyms

  • Allocarya figurata Piper [unknown]
  • Plagiobothrys hirtus figuratus I.M.Johnst. [unknown]

Description

Plagiobothrys figuratus (also called Figured Popcornflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has a slender stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiobothrys figuratus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Plagiobothrys figuratus sub. corallicarpus (Piper) K.L.Chambers
Plagiobothrys figuratus var. corallicarpus (Piper) K.L.Chambers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiobothrys figuratus has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiobothrys figuratus can be propagated by seed or by division. To cultivate this plant, it should be grown in a moist, well-draining soil in full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Plagiobothrys figuratus

Plagiobothrys figuratus can be found in the temperate forests of California, USA.

Plagiobothrys figuratus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiobothrys figuratus?

Plagiobothrys figuratus

What is the common name of Plagiobothrys figuratus?

Figuratus

Where is Plagiobothrys figuratus found?

It is found in Mexico and Guatemala

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 kew-2608284: Based on the initial data import
Charles Piper (1867-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piper' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.