Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
ludens
ID:
703873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Shinners) J.M.Porter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Aliso 17: 84 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703206

Common Names

  • Giliastrum ludens
  • Ludens Giliastrum
  • Giliastrum

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Synonyms

  • Gilia ludens Shinners [unknown]

Description

Giliastrum ludens (also called Playful Giliastrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.

Uses & Benefits

Giliastrum ludens is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Giliastrum ludens is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round drupe. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Giliastrum ludens is an annual plant native to California. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division can also be used to propagate the plant.

Where to Find Giliastrum ludens

Giliastrum ludens can be found in South America.

Giliastrum ludens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Giliastrum ludens?

Giliastrum ludens

What type of plant is Giliastrum ludens?

Perennial

Where does Giliastrum ludens grow?

It is native to the Mediterranean region

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-2825986: Based on the initial data import
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.
James Mark Porter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Porter' in the authors string.