Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sparsiflorum
ID:
671936

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eastw.) H.Mason

Source:
cmp

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Madroño 8: 86 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000671268



Common Names

  • Eriastrum sparsiflorum
  • Sparse-Flowered Eriastrum
  • Sparse Flowered Eriastrum


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Description

Eriastrum sparsiflorum (also called Sparse-flowered 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 sparsiflorum is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Eriastrum sparsiflorum 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 sparsiflorum 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 sparsiflorum

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

Eriastrum sparsiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriastrum sparsiflorum?

Eriastrum sparsiflorum

What type of plant is Eriastrum sparsiflorum?

Eriastrum sparsiflorum is an annual herb

What is the habitat of Eriastrum sparsiflorum?

Eriastrum sparsiflorum 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-2792512: 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.