Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
ochroleuca
ID:
703670

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.E.Jones

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Contr. W. Bot. 8: 35 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703003

Common Names

  • Gilia Ochroleuca
  • Ochroleucous Gilia
  • White-Flowered Gilia

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Synonyms

  • Gilia ochroleuca ochroleuca [unknown]
  • Gilia inconspicua ochroleuca (M.E.Jones) Brand [unknown]

Description

Gilia ochroleuca (also called Pale Gilia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Gilia ochroleuca sub. exilis (A.Gray) A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant
Gilia ochroleuca sub. bizonata A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant
Gilia ochroleuca sub. vivida (A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant) A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant
Gilia ochroleuca sub. minima (Eastw.) Hrusa
Gilia ochroleuca sub. lanosa Hrusa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gilia ochroleuca has a white flower with a yellow center, a small, dark-brown seed, and a small, slender seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilia ochroleuca is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Gilia ochroleuca

Gilia ochroleuca is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Gilia ochroleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilia ochroleuca?

Gilia ochroleuca

What type of plant is Gilia ochroleuca?

Annual

Where does Gilia ochroleuca grow?

It is native to the western United States

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-2825773: Based on the initial data import
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.