Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
tro
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 21: 435 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001067058
Common Names
- Stolonifera Hydrostachys
- Stolonifera Hydrostachysjoy
- Stolonifera Hydrostachyslove
Description
Hydrostachys stolonifera (also called Stoloniferous 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 stolonifera 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 stolonifera 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hydrostachys stolonifera 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 stolonifera
Hydrostachys stolonifera 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,