Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
drummondii
ID:
485644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 62: t. 3441 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000484976

Common Names

  • Phlox drummondii
  • Drummond's Phlox
  • Drummond's Phlox

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Synonyms

  • Polemonium drummondii (Hook.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phlox goldsmithii Whitehouse [unknown]
  • Armeria drummondii (Hook.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Phlox drummondii drummondii [unknown]

Description

Phlox drummondii (also called Drummond's Phlox, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves that are arranged in whorls around the stem and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and prefers well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Phlox drummondii is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phlox drummondii sub. johnstonii (Wherry) Wherry
Phlox drummondii sub. tharpii (Whitehouse) Wherry
Phlox drummondii sub. mcallisteri (Whitehouse) Wherry
Phlox drummondii sub. wilcoxiana (Bogusch) Wherry

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phlox drummondii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlox drummondii is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Phlox drummondii

Phlox drummondii can be found in North America, from Texas to Florida and up to New York.

Phlox drummondii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlox drummondii?

Phlox drummondii

What type of plant is Phlox drummondii?

It is an annual or perennial herb

Where does Phlox drummondii grow?

It is native to the United States and Mexico

Species in the Phlox genus

Phlox pulchra, Phlox pyramidalis, Phlox mexicana, Phlox peckii, Phlox ovata, Phlox opalensis, Phlox drummondii, Phlox clutena, Phlox missoulensis, Phlox vermejoensis, Phlox hoodii, Phlox aculeata, Phlox adsurgens, Phlox albomarginata, Phlox alyssifolia, Phlox amabilis, Phlox amoena, Phlox amplifolia, Phlox andicola, Phlox austromontana, Phlox bifida, Phlox buckleyi, Phlox caespitosa, Phlox carolina, Phlox caryophylla, Phlox cluteana, Phlox colubrina, Phlox cuspidata, Phlox diffusa, Phlox dispersa, Phlox divaricata, Phlox dolichantha, Phlox douglasii, Phlox floridana, Phlox glaberrima, Phlox glabriflora, Phlox gladiformis, Phlox glutinosa, Phlox hendersonii, Phlox idahonis, Phlox kelseyi, Phlox longifolia, Phlox longipilosa, Phlox maculata, Phlox mesoleuca, Phlox mollis, Phlox multiflora, Phlox nana, Phlox nivalis, Phlox oklahomensis,

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,

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