Acmispon niveus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Watson) Brouillet
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas2: 391 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285178
Common Names
- Snowy Spurred Legume
- Snowy Acmispon
- Snowy Bird's-foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acmispon niveus (also called White-flowered Deerweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to California and is found in chaparral, grassland, and coastal sage scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acmispon niveus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acmispon niveus has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acmispon niveus is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Acmispon niveus
Acmispon niveus is native to the western United States.
Acmispon niveus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acmispon niveus?
Acmispon niveus
What is the common name of Acmispon niveus?
Snowy Acmispon
What is the habitat of Acmispon niveus?
It is found in dry and open habitats, including grasslands, scrublands, and deserts.
Species in the Acmispon genus
Acmispon americanus, Acmispon denticulatus, Acmispon brachycarpus, Acmispon parviflorus, Acmispon rubriflorus, Acmispon maritimus, Acmispon subpinnatus, Acmispon wrangelianus, Acmispon glaber, Acmispon argophyllus, Acmispon argyraeus, Acmispon cytisoides, Acmispon dendroideus, Acmispon distichus, Acmispon glabrus, Acmispon grandiflorus, Acmispon haydonii, Acmispon intricatus, Acmispon junceus, Acmispon mearnsii, Acmispon micranthus, Acmispon nudatus, Acmispon oroboides, Acmispon prostratus, Acmispon procumbens, Acmispon strigosus, Acmispon tomentosus, Acmispon decumbens, Acmispon neomexicanus, Acmispon plebeius, Acmispon watsonii, Acmispon flexuosus, Acmispon niveus, Acmispon rigidus, Acmispon utahensis, Acmispon wrightii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Luc Brouillet (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brouillet' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60448534-2: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Acmispon niveus (S.Watson) Brouillet: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.