Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
humilis
ID:
1216087

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) I.M.Johnst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 68: 75 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001215425

Common Names

  • Humilis Popcornflower
  • Humilis Popcornflower
  • Popcornflower

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Description

Plagiobothrys humilis (also called Popcorn Flower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It grows in open meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has small white flowers with a yellow center and a hairy stem.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiobothrys humilis is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as an antiseptic, and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Plagiobothrys humilis are white or pale yellow and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have short, stout stems and small, round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiobothrys humilis is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches, and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Plagiobothrys humilis

Plagiobothrys humilis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana and Wyoming.

Plagiobothrys humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiobothrys humilis?

Plagiobothrys humilis

What is the common name of Plagiobothrys humilis?

Humble Popcornflower

What is the habitat of Plagiobothrys humilis?

Grassland, bushveld, and disturbed sites

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-4001172: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.