Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 439 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000450810
Common Names
- Mimulus gracilis
- Gracilis Monkey Flower
- Gracilis Mimulus
Description
Mimulus gracilis (also called Slender Monkeyflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to western North America. It is an annual herb with small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually pink or white in color. It grows in moist, shady areas such as stream banks, meadows, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Mimulus gracilis is a species of flowering plant in the family Phrymaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mimulus gracilis has bright yellow flowers with a red throat. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mimulus gracilis is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the western United States. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Mimulus gracilis
Mimulus gracilis is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It is often found in moist, shady areas, such as wet meadows and along streams.
Mimulus gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mimulus gracilis?
Mimulus gracilis
What is the common name of Mimulus gracilis?
Slender Monkeyflower
Where is Mimulus gracilis found?
Western North America
Species in the Mimulus genus
Mimulus gracilis,
Mimulus orbicularis,
Mimulus strictus,
Mimulus aquatilis,
Mimulus ringens,
Mimulus alatus,
Mimulus angustatus,
Mimulus austiniae,
Mimulus layneae,
Mimulus madagascariensis,
Mimulus subuniflorus,
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:805954-1: 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].