Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
racemosum
ID:
696537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 1: 514 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695870



Common Names

  • Racemose groundsmoke
  • Racemose gayophytum
  • Clustered groundsmoke


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Synonyms

  • Gayophytum caesium Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Gayophytum helleri Rydb. [unknown]
  • Gayophytum helleri glabrum Munz [unknown]
  • Gayophytum humile hirtellum Munz [unknown]
  • Gayophytum racemosum caesium (Torr. & A.Gray) Munz [unknown]
  • Gayophytum ramosissimum pygmeum Jeps. [unknown]
  • Gayophytum racemosum racemosum [unknown]
  • Oenothera gayophytum caesia (Torr. & A.Gray) H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Gayophytum racemosum (also called Racemed 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 racemosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Gayophytum racemosum are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gayophytum racemosum 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 racemosum

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

Gayophytum racemosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gayophytum racemosum?

Gayophytum racemosum

What is the family of Gayophytum racemosum?

Onagraceae

What is the common name of Gayophytum racemosum?

Racemose Twinpod

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-2818509: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.