Status:
valid
Authors:
Skottsb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.s., 56(5): 128, 234 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216649
Common Names
- Xerodraba colobanthoides
- Colobanthus Xerodraba
- Xerodraba
Description
Xerodraba colobanthoides (also called Colobanthus Xerodraba, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 8 inches tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in deserts, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Xerodraba colobanthoides is used as an ornamental plant and has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever and stomach pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Xerodraba colobanthoides has small yellow flowers with four petals and a pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Xerodraba colobanthoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny position.
Where to Find Xerodraba colobanthoides
Xerodraba colobanthoides is native to South America and can be found in areas with dry, rocky soils, such as in the Andes Mountains.
Species in the Xerodraba genus
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