Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
heterozygum
ID:
696516

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Lewis & Szweyk.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 16: 377 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695849



Common Names

  • Heterozygous groundsmoke
  • Heterozygous gayophytum
  • Two-seed groundsmoke


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Synonyms

  • Gayophytum diffusum villosum Munz [unknown]

Description

Gayophytum heterozygum (also called Variable Groundsmoke, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, and is found in dry woods and meadows. It has small, alternate, oblong-shaped leaves, and white to pinkish flowers that are borne in clusters.

Uses & Benefits

Gayophytum heterozygum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, malaria, and skin diseases. It is also used as a laxative and to treat stomach ailments. Additionally, it is used in the preparation of traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gayophytum heterozygum is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and covered in fine hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gayophytum heterozygum is a deciduous perennial that can reach up to 12 inches in height. It can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be planted in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Gayophytum heterozygum

Gayophytum heterozygum is native to the western United States, from California to Colorado and east to Wyoming.

Gayophytum heterozygum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gayophytum heterozygum?

Gayophytum heterozygum

What is the common name of Gayophytum heterozygum?

Heterozygous Groundsmoke

What type of plant is Gayophytum heterozygum?

Herb

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-2818489: Based on the initial data import
Harlan Lewis (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Lewis' in the authors string.
Jerzy Szweykowski (1925-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szweyk.' in the authors string.