Status:
valid
Authors:
Al Schneid. & Bregar
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2011-45: 1 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749616
Common Names
- Ipomopsis ramosa
- Ramosa Ipomopsis
- Ipomopsis Ramosa
Description
Ipomopsis ramosa (also called Ramose Ipomopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ipomopsis ramosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ipomopsis ramosa is a white or pinkish-white tubular flower, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ipomopsis ramosa is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Ipomopsis ramosa
Ipomopsis ramosa can be found in the temperate forests of the United States.
Ipomopsis ramosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ipomopsis ramosa?
Ipomopsis ramosa
What is the natural habitat of Ipomopsis ramosa?
It is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.
What are the common uses of Ipomopsis ramosa?
It is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Ipomopsis genus
Ipomopsis effusa,
Ipomopsis gossypifera,
Ipomopsis sancti-spiritus,
Ipomopsis ramosa,
Ipomopsis globularis,
Ipomopsis longiflora,
Ipomopsis multiflora,
Ipomopsis pumila,
Ipomopsis aggregata,
Ipomopsis congesta,
Ipomopsis gunnisonii,
Ipomopsis laxiflora,
Ipomopsis macombii,
Ipomopsis polyantha,
Ipomopsis polycladon,
Ipomopsis roseata,
Ipomopsis rubra,
Ipomopsis spicata,
Ipomopsis tenuifolia,
Ipomopsis tenuituba,
Ipomopsis thurberi,
Ipomopsis wrightii,
Ipomopsis arizonica,
Ipomopsis pinnata,
Ipomopsis macrosiphon,
Ipomopsis guttata,
Ipomopsis wendtii,
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
Al Schneider: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al Schneid.' in the authors string.
John Bregar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bregar' in the authors string.