Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
ramosissimum
ID:
696540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. 1: 513 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695873



Common Names

  • Many-branched groundsmoke
  • Many-branched gayophytum
  • Ramosissimum groundsmoke


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Synonyms

  • Oenothera ramosissima Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Gayophytum ramosissimum deflexum Hook. [unknown]
  • Gayophytum ramosissimum obtusum Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Gayophytum ramosissimum (also called Branched 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 ramosissimum 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 ramosissimum 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 ramosissimum is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in early spring or late fall and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Gayophytum ramosissimum

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

Gayophytum ramosissimum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gayophytum ramosissimum?

Gayophytum ramosissimum

What is the family of Gayophytum ramosissimum?

Onagraceae

What is the common name of Gayophytum ramosissimum?

Branching 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-2818512: 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.