Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
didymocarpa
ID:
397560

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Gen. Amer. Bor. 1: 162 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000396892



Common Names

  • Didymocarpa Physaria
  • Physaria didymocarpa
  • Didymocarpa Physaria


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Description

Physaria didymocarpa (also called twin-seeded bladderpod, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous vine native to North America. It has ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Physaria didymocarpa is used for its ornamental value, as well as for its medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Physaria didymocarpa sub. lanata (A.Nelson) O'Kane
Physaria didymocarpa sub. lyrata (C.L.Hitchc.) O'Kane

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physaria didymocarpa is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physaria didymocarpa is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in late spring or early summer. Dig up the plant and divide the clumps into smaller sections, then replant in a light, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Physaria didymocarpa

Physaria didymocarpa can be found in western North America.

Physaria didymocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physaria didymocarpa?

Physaria didymocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Physaria didymocarpa?

Tropical and subtropical forests of North America

What are the common uses of Physaria didymocarpa?

Medicinal, ornamental, and timber

Species in the Physaria genus

Physaria didymocarpa, Physaria mendocina, Physaria vigana, Physaria neeseae, Physaria okanensis, Physaria densifolia, Physaria integrifola, Physaria acutifolia, Physaria alpestris, Physaria geyeri, Physaria oregona, Physaria chambersii, Physaria brassicoides, Physaria saximontana, Physaria dornii, Physaria obcordata, Physaria alpina, Physaria eburniflora, Physaria lepidota, Physaria newberryi, Physaria floribunda, Physaria vitulifera, Physaria condensata, Physaria bellii, Physaria rollinsii, Physaria cordiformis, Physaria montana, Physaria grahamii, Physaria angustifolia, Physaria arenosa, Physaria argentea, Physaria argyraea, Physaria arizonica, Physaria aurea, Physaria berlandieri, Physaria calcicola, Physaria calderi, Physaria carinata, Physaria cinerea, Physaria congesta, Physaria densiflora, Physaria douglasii, Physaria engelmannii, Physaria fendleri, Physaria filiformis, Physaria fremontii, Physaria garrettii, Physaria globosa, Physaria gooddingii, Physaria gordonii,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2411686: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.