Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
rattanii
ID:
615592

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 15: 50 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614924



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Collinsia rattanii rattanii [unknown]
  • Collinsia rattanii rattanii [unknown]

Description

Collinsia rattanii (also called Rattan's Blue-eyed Mary, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the western United States and is found in moist, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsia rattanii 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

The flowers of Collinsia rattanii are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsia rattanii is a low-growing annual wildflower native to western North America. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Collinsia rattanii

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

Collinsia rattanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collinsia rattanii?

Collinsia rattanii

What is the common name of Collinsia rattanii?

Rattan's Blue-eyed Mary

What is the habitat of Collinsia rattanii?

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

Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:801645-1: 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].