Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
greenei
ID:
615565

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 10: 75 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614897



Common Names

  • Collinsia greenei
  • Blue-eyed Mary
  • Purple Chinese Houses


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Description

Collinsia greenei (also called Greene's Blue-eyed Mary, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, white to lavender flowers with a yellow center. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, and is found in a variety of habitats, including open woods, meadows, and grassy slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsia greenei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Collinsia greenei is a small, white or pinkish-white, two-lipped bloom with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are thin, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsia greenei is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Collinsia greenei

Collinsia greenei can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington.

Collinsia greenei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Collinsia greenei?

Collinsia greenei is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Collinsia greenei?

Collinsia greenei is a perennial herb, meaning it grows back year after year.

What is the size of Collinsia greenei?

Collinsia greenei can reach a height of up to 1 meter.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801628-1: 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].