Hydrostachys plumosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plumosa
ID:
1067732
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Juss. ex Tul.
Source:
tro
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Arch. Mus. Hist. Nat. Paris 6: 57 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001067070
Common Names
- Hydrostachys plumosa
- Plumose Hydrostachys
- Plumose Hydrostachys
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hydrostachys plumosa (also called Plumose 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 plumosa 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 plumosa is a small white or yellowish-white flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hydrostachys plumosa 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 plumosa
Hydrostachys plumosa 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-16300020: Based on the initial data import
Adrien-Henri de Jussieu (1797-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Juss.' in the authors string.
Edmond Tulasne (1815-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tul.' in the authors string.