Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
609217

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Nelson & J.F.Macbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 65: 63 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608549



Common Names

  • Clarkia gracilis
  • Graceful Godetia
  • Graceful Clarkia


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Synonyms

  • Godetia gracilis Piper [unknown]
  • Godetia nutans Hiorth [unknown]
  • Clarkia gracilis gracilis [unknown]

Description

Clarkia gracilis (also called Slender clarkia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that is native to California and Oregon. It typically grows in moist, open areas such as meadows, vernal pools, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Clarkia gracilis is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a food preservative.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clarkia gracilis sub. albicaulis (Jeps.) F.H.Lewis & M.E.Lewis
Clarkia gracilis sub. sonomensis (C.L.Hitchc.) F.H.Lewis & M.E.Lewis
Clarkia gracilis sub. tracyi (Jeps.) Abdel-Hameed & R.Snow

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clarkia gracilis has white petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clarkia gracilis is an annual herb that is native to California. It can be grown from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moderate water. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Clarkia gracilis

Clarkia gracilis is found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in British Columbia, Canada.

Clarkia gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clarkia gracilis?

Clarkia gracilis

What is the natural habitat of Clarkia gracilis?

Clarkia gracilis is found in the chaparral and oak woodlands of California.

What is the flowering season of Clarkia gracilis?

Clarkia gracilis flowers from late spring to early summer.

Species in the Clarkia genus

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-2724683: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Aven Nelson (1859-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Nelson' in the authors string.