Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
californicus
ID:
914144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Morin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 2: 397 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913479



Common Names

  • Nemacladus californicus
  • Californicus Nemacladus
  • Nemacladus Californicus


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Description

Nemacladus californicus (also called California Nemacladus, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It typically grows to a height of 10-30 cm and has a stem diameter of up to 1 cm. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are white or yellow. It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Nemacladus californicus is a species of flowering plant native to California. It is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemacladus californicus is white with yellowish-green stripes. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemacladus californicus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division is best done in early spring when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller sections, each with at least one growing point. The divisions should then be replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Nemacladus californicus

Nemacladus californicus is native to California.

Nemacladus californicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemacladus californicus?

Nemacladus californicus

What is the common name of Nemacladus californicus?

California nemacladus

What is the natural habitat of Nemacladus californicus?

Grasslands of western North America

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-458470: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Nancy Ruth Morin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morin' in the authors string.