Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
claviformis
ID:
604912

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. & Frém.) A.Heller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 2: 105 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000604244

Common Names

  • Chylismia Claviformis
  • Claviformis Chylismia
  • Chylismia

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Synonyms

  • Oenothera claviformis Torr. & Frém. [unknown]
  • Camissonia claviformis (Torr. & Frém.) P.H.Raven [unknown]
  • Chylismia scapoidea claviformis (Torr.) Small [unknown]
  • Oenothera scapoidea claviformis (Torr. & Frém.) S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Chylismia claviformis (also called Club-shaped Chylismia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the deserts of the southwestern United States. It has long, narrow leaves with a club-shaped base and small white flowers. It is found in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts, and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chylismia claviformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chylismia claviformis sub. aurantiaca (Munz) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. cruciformis (Kellogg) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. funerea (P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. integrior (P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. lancifolia (A.Heller) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. peeblesii (Munz) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. peirsonii (Munz) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. rubescens (P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. wigginsii (P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Chylismia claviformis sub. yumae (P.H.Raven) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chylismia claviformis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chylismia claviformis is a low-growing, evergreen, succulent perennial plant. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting from the stem or root and place it in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Chylismia claviformis

Chylismia claviformis is native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Chylismia claviformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chylismia claviformis?

Chylismia claviformis

Where is Chylismia claviformis found?

Chylismia claviformis is found in Central and South America.

What type of soil does Chylismia claviformis prefer?

Chylismia claviformis prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2720421: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.
John C. Frémont (1813-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frém.' in the authors string.