Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
laxus
ID:
1287601

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vasey & Rose) J.M.Porter & L.A.Johnson

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 81 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286939



Common Names

  • Leptosiphon laxus
  • Lax Leptosiphon
  • Laxus Leptosiphon


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Description

Leptosiphon laxus (also called Lax linanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It grows in a variety of habitats, including open woodlands, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptosiphon laxus is a fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptosiphon laxus has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptosiphon laxus can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun. Water regularly, but do not overwater.

Where to Find Leptosiphon laxus

Leptosiphon laxus is native to California and can be found in dry, open areas such as chaparral, grassland, and oak woodland.

Leptosiphon laxus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptosiphon laxus?

Leptosiphon laxus

What type of plant is Leptosiphon laxus?

Herb

What is the common name of Leptosiphon laxus?

Lax leptosiphon

Species in the Leptosiphon 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 tro-50338324: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
George Vasey (1822-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasey' in the authors string.
James Mark Porter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Porter' in the authors string.
Leigh Alma Johnson (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Johnson' in the authors string.