Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
californicus
ID:
444841

Status:
valid

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

Source:
ksu

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 82 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444173



Common Names

  • Linanthus californicus
  • California linanthus
  • Linanthus


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Description

Linanthus californicus (also called Californicus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas and on roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Linanthus californicus sub. glandulosus (Eastw.) J.M.Porter & R.Patt.
Linanthus californicus sub. tomentosus (P.J.Gordon) J.M.Porter & R.Patt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linanthus californicus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linanthus californicus is a low-growing, spreading annual that grows up to 6 inches tall. It is native to California and is found in dry, open areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.

Where to Find Linanthus californicus

Linanthus californicus is native to the western United States.

Linanthus californicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linanthus californicus?

Linanthus californicus

What type of plant is Linanthus californicus?

Annual herb

Where does Linanthus californicus grow?

Western North America

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' 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.