Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kaliformis
ID:
1260815

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pourr. ex Willd.) Pau

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Aragonesa Ci. Nat. 10: 164 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260153



Common Names

  • Kaliformis Odontites
  • Kaliformis Odontites
  • Kaliformis Odontites


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Description

Odontites kaliformis (also called Kaliform Odontites, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Odontites kaliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and ponds, and is also used to stabilize soils and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Odontites kaliformis is a small, yellowish-greenish color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have two, long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontites kaliformis is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done through division or by sowing seeds.

Where to Find Odontites kaliformis

Odontites kaliformis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and grasslands.

Odontites kaliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontites kaliformis?

Odontites kaliformis

What are the common names of Odontites kaliformis?

Kaliformis Toothwort

What is the natural habitat of Odontites kaliformis?

Temperate forests

Species in the Odontites genus

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

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
Pierre André Pourret (1754-1818): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pourr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806417-1: 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].