Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabrescens
ID:
676403

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier , sér. 2, 3: 370 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675735



Common Names

  • Glabrescens Eriolaena
  • Glabrescens False Flax
  • Glabrescens Wild Flax


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Synonyms

  • Eriolaena glabrescens Hu [unknown]

Description

Eriolaena glabrescens (also called Glabrescent eriolaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It has a rosette of linear, grass-like leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers in the summer. It grows in sandy soils and is often found in dry, open areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriolaena glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a drought-tolerant groundcover. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriolaena glabrescens has small, yellow flowers that bloom in late summer. The seed heads are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriolaena glabrescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F.

Where to Find Eriolaena glabrescens

Eriolaena glabrescens can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Eriolaena glabrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriolaena glabrescens?

Eriolaena glabrescens

What is the common name of Eriolaena glabrescens?

Smooth Silk Cotton Tree

What is the natural habitat of Eriolaena glabrescens?

It is native to India and Sri Lanka, where it grows in moist, tropical forests.

Species in the Malvaceae family

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