Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1276207

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Le Duc

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Sida 16: 638 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275545



Common Names

  • Mirabilis gracilis
  • Slender Mirabilis
  • Slender Four O'Clock
  • Slender Four O'Clock


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Description

Mirabilis gracilis (also called Slender Four O'clock, among many other common names) is an annual herb with slender, green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to North America and grows in dry, sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mirabilis gracilis is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens. It can also be used as a hedge or border plant, and its bright yellow flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mirabilis gracilis has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mirabilis gracilis is a small evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mirabilis gracilis

Mirabilis gracilis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests.

Mirabilis gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mirabilis gracilis?

Mirabilis gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Mirabilis gracilis?

Mirabilis gracilis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

What is the best soil type for Mirabilis gracilis?

Mirabilis gracilis prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

Species in the Mirabilis genus

Mirabilis jalapa, Mirabilis hirsuta, Mirabilis elegans, Mirabilis longiflora, Mirabilis oxybaphoides, Mirabilis odorata, Mirabilis violacea, Mirabilis campanulata, Mirabilis intercedens, Mirabilis oaxacae, Mirabilis ovata, Mirabilis prostrata, Mirabilis weberbaueri, Mirabilis aggregata, Mirabilis albida, Mirabilis alipes, Mirabilis bigelovii, Mirabilis californica, Mirabilis coccinea, Mirabilis collina, Mirabilis decipiens, Mirabilis dumetorum, Mirabilis gigantea, Mirabilis glabra, Mirabilis glabrifolia, Mirabilis greenei, Mirabilis linearis, Mirabilis macfarlanei, Mirabilis multiflora, Mirabilis oblongifolia, Mirabilis pudica, Mirabilis pumila, Mirabilis rotundifolia, Mirabilis tenuiloba, Mirabilis expansa, Mirabilis viscosa, Mirabilis laevis, Mirabilis pulchella, Mirabilis watsoniana, Mirabilis suffruticosa, Mirabilis wrightiana, Mirabilis hintoniorum, Mirabilis microchlamydea, Mirabilis comata, Mirabilis longipes, Mirabilis triflora, Mirabilis oligantha, Mirabilis polyphylla, Mirabilis pringlei, Mirabilis urbani,

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50279963: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Alice Le Duc: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Le Duc' in the authors string.