Diplacus constrictus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
constrictus
ID:
1320752
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.L.Grant) G.L.Nesom
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-39: 28 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333206
Common Names
- Constricted Monkeyflower
- Narrow-Lipped Monkeyflower
- Tight-Lipped Monkeyflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplacus constrictus (also called Constricted Mimulus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in moist meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas. It has a basal rosette of lance-shaped leaves and a single, erect stem with a few leaves and a terminal raceme of yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diplacus constrictus is a drought tolerant plant and can be used in xeriscaping. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and for adding texture to a garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplacus constrictus has yellow flowers with five petals and a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diplacus constrictus is a perennial shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by cuttings or division of the rootball.
Where to Find Diplacus constrictus
Diplacus constrictus can be found in California.
Diplacus constrictus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplacus constrictus?
Diplacus constrictus
What is the common name of Diplacus constrictus?
Constricted Monkeyflower
What is the natural habitat of Diplacus constrictus?
Diplacus constrictus is native to California, where it grows in dry, open areas.
Species in the Diplacus genus
Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,
Species in the Phrymaceae family
Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,
References
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Adele Gerard Lewis Grant (1881-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Grant' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77120007-1: 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].