Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
615588

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
cmp

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614920



Common Names

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


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Description

Collinsia parvula (also called Small Blue-eyed Mary, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.2 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsia parvula is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive pink flowers and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to control erosion on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collinsia parvula has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsia parvula is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and along streams. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Collinsia parvula

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

Collinsia parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collinsia parvula?

Collinsia parvula

What is the common name of Collinsia parvula?

Little Blue-eyed Mary

What is the habitat of Collinsia parvula?

Dry, open woods, meadows, and grassy slopes

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2731123: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.