Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
tenuifolius
ID:
398299

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 68: 78 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397631

Common Names

  • Plagiobothrys tenuifolius
  • Slender-Leaved Popcornflower
  • Thin-Leaved Popcornflower

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Synonyms

  • Krynitzkia tenuifolia A.Gray [unknown]
  • Allocarya capitata (Clos) Brand [unknown]
  • Allocarya capitata longipes Brand [unknown]
  • Allocarya tenuifolia Greene [unknown]
  • Eritrichium humile capitatum Clos in Gay [unknown]
  • Eritrichium pedicellare Phil. [unknown]
  • Eritrichium tenuifolium Schltdl. ex A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eritrichium tenuifolium longipes Phil. [unknown]
  • Eritrichium tenuifolium pulchellum Phil. [unknown]
  • Plagiobothrys pedicellaris I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Allocarya tenuifolia longipes Reiche [unknown]
  • Allocarya tenuifolia pulchella Reiche [unknown]

Description

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius (also called 'Slender-Leaved Plagiobothrys', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to the temperate regions of North America. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 15 cm tall. It has small, white flowers with yellow centres and narrow, linear leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats such as meadows and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive, bright green foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius has white flowers with yellow centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Plagiobothrys tenuifolius

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius is native to the western United States and Canada, where it can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and shrublands.

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plagiobothrys tenuifolius?

Plagiobothrys tenuifolius

What is the common name of Plagiobothrys tenuifolius?

Slender-leaved Popcorn Flower

What type of plant is Plagiobothrys tenuifolius?

Annual Flower

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,