Clarkia imbricata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
imbricata
ID:
609222
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.H.Lewis & M.E.Lewis
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Madroño 12: 38 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000608554
Common Names
- Clarkia imbricata
- Imbricate Godetia
- Imbricate Clarkia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Clarkia imbricata (also called Fringed 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 imbricata 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.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Clarkia imbricata are white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Clarkia imbricata 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 imbricata
Clarkia imbricata is found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in British Columbia, Canada.
Clarkia imbricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clarkia imbricata?
Clarkia imbricata
What is the natural habitat of Clarkia imbricata?
Clarkia imbricata is found in the chaparral and oak woodlands of California.
What is the flowering season of Clarkia imbricata?
Clarkia imbricata flowers from late spring to early summer.
Species in the Clarkia genus
Clarkia affinis, Clarkia amoena, Clarkia arcuata, Clarkia australis, Clarkia biloba, Clarkia borealis, Clarkia bottae, Clarkia breweri, Clarkia concinna, Clarkia cylindrica, Clarkia davyi, Clarkia delicata, Clarkia dudleyana, Clarkia epilobioides, Clarkia exilis, Clarkia franciscana, Clarkia gracilis, Clarkia heterandra, Clarkia imbricata, Clarkia jolonensis, Clarkia lassenensis, Clarkia lewisii, Clarkia lingulata, Clarkia mildrediae, Clarkia modesta, Clarkia mosquinii, Clarkia prostrata, Clarkia pulchella, Clarkia purpurea, Clarkia rhomboidea, Clarkia rostrata, Clarkia rubicunda, Clarkia similis, Clarkia speciosa, Clarkia springvillensis, Clarkia stellata, Clarkia tembloriensis, Clarkia tenella, Clarkia unguiculata, Clarkia virgata, Clarkia williamsonii, Clarkia xantiana,
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-2724689: Based on the initial data import
Harlan Lewis (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Lewis' in the authors string.
Margaret Ensign Lewis (1919-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Lewis' in the authors string.