Diplacus pulchellus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchellus
ID:
1320767
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Drew ex Greene) G.L.Nesom
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2012-39: 30 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333221
Common Names
- Pretty Monkeyflower
- Pretty Seep Monkeyflower
- Pretty Seepspring Monkeyflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Diplacus pulchellus (also called Showy Monkeyflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Phrymaceae family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia south to California, east to Montana. It grows in moist meadows, along streams, and in wet forests.
Uses & Benefits
Diplacus pulchellus can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used for medicinal purposes and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplacus pulchellus has bright yellow flowers with a red-orange throat. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Diplacus pulchellus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is also deer resistant.
Where to Find Diplacus pulchellus
Diplacus pulchellus is native to California and can be found in chaparral, grasslands, and woodlands.
Diplacus pulchellus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplacus pulchellus?
Diplacus pulchellus
What is the common name of Diplacus pulchellus?
Pretty Monkeyflower
What is the natural habitat of Diplacus pulchellus?
It is found in moist to wet meadows, streambanks, and other wet areas in the western United States and Canada
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
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Elmer Reginald Drew (1865-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drew' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77120026-1: 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].