Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
minor
ID:
509843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Nelson) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 210 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509175



Common Names

  • Eremothera minor
  • Minor Eremothera
  • Minor Violet


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Synonyms

  • Sphaerostigma minus A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma nelsonii A.Heller [unknown]
  • Camissonia minor (A.Nelson) P.H.Raven [unknown]
  • Oenothera minor (A.Nelson) Munz [unknown]
  • Oenothera chamaenerioides torta H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma tortum A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma minutiflora Rydb. [unknown]
  • Oenothera minor cusickii Munz [unknown]

Description

Eremothera minor (also called Small Eremothera, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico, and can be found in dry, sandy soils in deserts and other arid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eremothera minor has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Eremothera minor has small yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremothera minor can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a mix of sand and peat moss. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Eremothera minor

Eremothera minor is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Eremothera minor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremothera minor?

Eremothera minor

What type of plant is Eremothera minor?

Annual forb

What is the natural habitat of Eremothera minor?

Deserts and dry areas

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-2607072: Based on the initial data import
Aven Nelson (1859-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Nelson' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.