Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
laciniata
ID:
703535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1799

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 2: 17 (1799)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702868



Common Names

  • Gilia laciniata
  • Gilia
  • Laciniata


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Synonyms

  • Navarretia laciniata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Polemonium laciniatum (Ruiz & Pav.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Cantua breviflora Juss. [unknown]
  • Cantua brevifolia Steud. [unknown]
  • Cantua laciniata Poir. [unknown]
  • Gilia alpina Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia erecta Hieron. [unknown]
  • Gilia laciniata alpina Wedd. [unknown]
  • Gilia laciniata erecta Brand [unknown]
  • Ipomeria albida Nutt. [unknown]
  • Gilia laciniata laciniata [unknown]
  • Thouinia multifida Dombey ex Juss. [unknown]

Description

Gilia laciniata (also called 'Cutleaf Gilia', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It has small, white, bell-shaped flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is found in dry, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Gilia laciniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gilia laciniata has small, white to lavender flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilia laciniata is an annual herb native to California and Nevada. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed. It is best to plant the seeds in the fall for spring blooms.

Where to Find Gilia laciniata

Gilia laciniata is native to California, USA. It is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Gilia laciniata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilia laciniata?

Gilia laciniata

What is the common name of Gilia laciniata?

Laciniata

What is the natural habitat of Gilia laciniata?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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-2825618: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.