Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sapphirinum
ID:
671931

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eastw.) H.Mason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Madroño 8: 79 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671263



Common Names

  • Eriastrum sapphirinum
  • Sapphire Eriastrum
  • Sapphire's Eriastrum


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Description

Eriastrum sapphirinum (also called Sapphire Woollystar, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to California and is found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grasslands, and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Eriastrum sapphirinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for windbreaks and as a screening plant. The plant has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and other insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriastrum sapphirinum sub. dasyanthum (Brand) H.Mason
Eriastrum sapphirinum sub. brevibracteatum S.J.De Groot

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriastrum sapphirinum are blue to violet, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small, black and shiny, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriastrum sapphirinum is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating from cuttings, take stem cuttings in the spring or early summer and place them in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Eriastrum sapphirinum

Eriastrum sapphirinum can be found in the deserts of California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Eriastrum sapphirinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriastrum sapphirinum?

Eriastrum sapphirinum

What type of plant is Eriastrum sapphirinum?

Eriastrum sapphirinum is an annual herb

What is the habitat of Eriastrum sapphirinum?

Eriastrum sapphirinum is found in dry, open areas in California

Species in the Polemoniaceae family

Acanthogilia gloriosa, Aliciella caespitosa, Aliciella formosa, Aliciella haydenii, Aliciella heterostyla, Aliciella humillima, Aliciella hutchinsifolia, Aliciella latifolia, Aliciella leptomeria, Aliciella lottiae, Aliciella mcvickerae, Aliciella micromeria, Aliciella nyensis, Aliciella pentstemonoides, Aliciella pinnatifida, Aliciella ripleyi, Aliciella sedifolia, Aliciella stenothyrsa, Aliciella subacaulis, Aliciella subnuda, Aliciella tenuis, Aliciella triodon, Aliciella monoensis, Aliciella cliffordii, Allophyllum divaricatum, Allophyllum gilioides, Allophyllum glutinosum, Allophyllum integrifolium, Allophyllum nemophilophyllum, Bonplandia geminiflora, Bonplandia linearis, Bryantiella palmeri, Cantua dendritica, Cantua mediamnis, Cantua volcanica, Cantua alutacea, Cantua bicolor, Cantua buxifolia, Cantua candelilla, Cantua coerulea, Cantua cordata, Cantua cuzcoensis, Cantua flexuosa, Cantua glutinosa, Cantua hibrida, Cantua longifolia, Cantua megapotamica, Cantua ovata, Cantua pyrifolia, Cantua quercifolia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2792508: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.
Herbert Louis Mason (1896-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Mason' in the authors string.