Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
torreyi
ID:
709456

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. : 1066 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708789



Common Names

  • Torrey's Hedgehyssop
  • Torrey's Hedge-hyssop
  • Gratiola torreyi


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Description

Gratiola torreyi (also called Torrey's Hedge Hyssop, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to the eastern United States and Canada. It has small, white flowers and square stems. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gratiola torreyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It can also be used to attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gratiola torreyi has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gratiola torreyi is a perennial herb native to North America. It is found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil. Division should be done in early spring or fall. The plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.

Where to Find Gratiola torreyi

Gratiola torreyi is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Gratiola torreyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gratiola torreyi?

Gratiola torreyi

What is the common name of Gratiola torreyi?

Torrey's Hedge Hyssop

What is the natural habitat of Gratiola torreyi?

Gratiola torreyi is found in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas in the eastern United States

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

John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:113352-2: 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].