Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Pennell
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 73: 520 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522845
Common Names
- Strictifolia Agalinis
- Strictifolia False Foxglove
- Strictifolia False Foxglove
Description
Agalinis strictifolia (also called the Stiff-leaved False Foxglove, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the United States. It is an annual herb with small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in dry, open habitats such as prairies and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Agalinis strictifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agalinis strictifolia has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agalinis strictifolia is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium. Once rooted, the cuttings should be potted up and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Agalinis strictifolia
Agalinis strictifolia is native to the eastern United States, ranging from New York to Florida and west to Texas. It can be found in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands, meadows, and roadsides.
Agalinis strictifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agalinis strictifolia?
Agalinis strictifolia
What is the common name of Agalinis strictifolia?
Stiff-leaved false foxglove
What is the habitat of Agalinis strictifolia?
Dry, sandy, open woods, barrens, and roadsides
Species in the Agalinis genus
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
Agalinis pulchella,
Agalinis purpurea,
Agalinis ramosissima,
Agalinis ramulifera,
Agalinis reflexidens,
Agalinis scarlatina,
Agalinis schwackeana,
Agalinis setacea,
Species in the Orobanchaceae family
Aeginetia indica,
Aeginetia mirabilis,
Aeginetia mpomii,
Aeginetia selebica,
Aeginetia sessilis,
Aeginetia sinensis,
Aeginetia flava,
Aeginetia acaulis,
Agalinis angustifolia,
Agalinis aphylla,
Agalinis aspera,
Agalinis auriculata,
Agalinis bandeirensis,
Agalinis bangii,
Agalinis brachyphylla,
Agalinis calycina,
Agalinis chaparensis,
Agalinis communis,
Agalinis decemloba,
Agalinis densiflora,
Agalinis digitalis,
Agalinis divaricata,
Agalinis edwardsiana,
Agalinis fasciculata,
Agalinis fiebrigii,
Agalinis filicaulis,
Agalinis filifolia,
Agalinis gattingeri,
Agalinis genistifolia,
Agalinis gypsophila,
Agalinis heterophylla,
Agalinis homalantha,
Agalinis humilis,
Agalinis itambensis,
Agalinis kingsii,
Agalinis lanceolata,
Agalinis laxa,
Agalinis linarioides,
Agalinis linifolia,
Agalinis maritima,
Agalinis megalantha,
Agalinis meyeniana,
Agalinis nana,
Agalinis navasotensis,
Agalinis neoscotica,
Agalinis obtusifolia,
Agalinis oligophylla,
Agalinis peduncularis,
Agalinis pennellii,
Agalinis plukenetii,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:6225-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].