Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
453294

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3: 300 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452626



Common Names

  • Microsteris gracilis
  • Gracilis Microsteris
  • Microsteris Microsteris


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Description

Microsteris gracilis (also called Slender Phlox, among many other common names) is a small annual herb native to the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center, and thin, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Microsteris gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in revegetation projects to help stabilize soils and reduce erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Microsteris gracilis var. humilior (Hook.) Cronquist

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microsteris gracilis is small and white, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microsteris gracilis can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a rooting medium. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Microsteris gracilis

Microsteris gracilis is native to western North America.

Microsteris gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microsteris gracilis?

Microsteris gracilis

What is the common name of Microsteris gracilis?

Graceful Microsteris

What is the family of Microsteris gracilis?

Gesneriaceae

Species in the Microsteris 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 kew-2509424: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.