Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
serrulatus
ID:
1287614

Status:
valid

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

Source:
tro

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 81 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286952





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Description

Leptosiphon serrulatus (also called Sierra 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 serrulatus is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the spring and attract butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptosiphon serrulatus 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 serrulatus 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 serrulatus

Leptosiphon serrulatus can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington in the United States.

Leptosiphon serrulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptosiphon serrulatus?

Leptosiphon serrulatus

What type of plant is Leptosiphon serrulatus?

Herb

What is the common name of Leptosiphon serrulatus?

Serrated 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-50338343: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' 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.