Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Mason
Source:
tro
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Madroño 4: 158 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239589
Common Names
- Linanthus Mohavensis
- Mojave Linanthus
- Mojave-Linanthus
Description
Linanthus mohavensis (also called Mohave Linanthus, 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
Linanthus mohavensis 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
Linanthus mohavensis has small, white flowers with five petals and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linanthus mohavensis 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 Linanthus mohavensis
Linanthus mohavensis is native to the Mojave Desert of California.
Linanthus mohavensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linanthus mohavensis?
Linanthus mohavensis
What is the common name of Linanthus mohavensis?
Mohave Linanthus
What is the native range of Linanthus mohavensis?
North America
Species in the Linanthus genus
Linanthus inyoensis,
Linanthus harknessii,
Linanthus campanulatus,
Linanthus californicus,
Linanthus caespitosus,
Linanthus filiformis,
Linanthus glaber,
Linanthus watsonii,
Linanthus wigginsii,
Linanthus uncialis,
Linanthus pungens,
Linanthus veatchii,
Linanthus jaegeri,
Linanthus arenicola,
Linanthus bellus,
Linanthus bigelovii,
Linanthus concinnus,
Linanthus demissus,
Linanthus dianthiflorus,
Linanthus dichotomus,
Linanthus grandiflorus,
Linanthus jonesii,
Linanthus killipii,
Linanthus liniflorus,
Linanthus orcuttii,
Linanthus parryae,
Linanthus latisectus,
Linanthus graciosus,
Linanthus mohavensis,
Linanthus dactylophyllum,
Linanthus bernardinus,
Linanthus maricopensis,
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,