Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
tenerrima
ID:
444935

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) L.A.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 67 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444267



Common Names

  • Lathrocasis tenerrima
  • Tenerrima Lathrocasis
  • Tenerrima's Lathrocasis


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Synonyms

  • Navarretia tenerrima Kuntze [unknown]
  • Tintinabulum tenerrimum (A.Gray) A.G.Day & V.E.Grant [unknown]
  • Allophyllum tenerrimum (A.Gray) V.E.Grant [unknown]
  • Gilia tenerrima A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Lathrocasis tenerrima (also called 'Tiny Lathrocasis', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a small, white flower. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lathrocasis tenerrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathrocasis tenerrima has white to pinkish-purple flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and smooth. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathrocasis tenerrima can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Lathrocasis tenerrima

Lathrocasis tenerrima is native to the tropical rainforest of French Guiana.

Lathrocasis tenerrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathrocasis tenerrima?

Lathrocasis tenerrima

What is the common name of Lathrocasis tenerrima?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Lathrocasis tenerrima?

Lathrocasis tenerrima is found in tropical rainforests of South America

Species in the Lathrocasis genus

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-2495240: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Leigh Alma Johnson (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Johnson' in the authors string.