Hydrostachys maxima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxima
ID:
1067721
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
tro
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Bull. Mens. 3: 146 (1929 publ. 1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001067059
Common Names
- Maxima Hydrostachys
- Maxima Hydrostachysjoy
- Maxima Hydrostachyslove
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydrostachys maxima (also called Large-leaved Hydrostachys, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to the western United States, from California to Utah and Arizona, and grows in dry, sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Hydrostachys maxima is a drought-tolerant plant used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or a low-growing hedge.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hydrostachys maxima is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrostachys maxima is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soils and can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or fall, and the plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Hydrostachys maxima
Hydrostachys maxima can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.
Species in the Hydrostachys genus
Hydrostachys bismarckii, Hydrostachys insignis, Hydrostachys lufirensis, Hydrostachys lukungensis, Hydrostachys myriophylla, Hydrostachys polymorpha, Hydrostachys triaxialis, Hydrostachys verruculosa, Hydrostachys distichophylla, Hydrostachys monoica, Hydrostachys stolonifera, Hydrostachys maxima, Hydrostachys trifaria, Hydrostachys decaryi, Hydrostachys imbricata, Hydrostachys plumosa, Hydrostachys longifida, Hydrostachys multifida, Hydrostachys angustisecta, Hydrostachys perrieri, Hydrostachys fimbriata,
Species in the Hydrostachyaceae family
Hydrostachys bismarckii, Hydrostachys insignis, Hydrostachys lufirensis, Hydrostachys lukungensis, Hydrostachys myriophylla, Hydrostachys polymorpha, Hydrostachys triaxialis, Hydrostachys verruculosa, Hydrostachys distichophylla, Hydrostachys monoica, Hydrostachys stolonifera, Hydrostachys maxima, Hydrostachys trifaria, Hydrostachys decaryi, Hydrostachys imbricata, Hydrostachys plumosa, Hydrostachys longifida, Hydrostachys multifida, Hydrostachys angustisecta, Hydrostachys perrieri, Hydrostachys fimbriata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-16300009: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.