Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
1240242

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 19: t. 1622 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239580



Common Names

  • Leptosiphon Parviflorus
  • Small-Flowered Leptosiphon
  • Small Flowered Leptosiphon


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Description

Leptosiphon parviflorus (also called Small-Flowered Leptosiphon, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It grows up to 0.5 meters tall and has a rounded crown. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It is found in dry, rocky areas in its native region.

Uses & Benefits

Leptosiphon parviflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptosiphon parviflorus has small, white flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptosiphon parviflorus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Leptosiphon parviflorus

Leptosiphon parviflorus is native to the western United States and Mexico.

Leptosiphon parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptosiphon parviflorus?

Leptosiphon parviflorus

What is the common name of Leptosiphon parviflorus?

Small-flowered Leptosiphon

What is the native range of Leptosiphon parviflorus?

North America

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,