Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
obovata
ID:
604170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goodman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 21: 70 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603502



Common Names

  • Obovata Chorizanthe
  • Chorizanthe Obovata
  • Obovata Plant


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Synonyms

  • Chorizanthe obovata prostrata Goodman [unknown]

Description

Chorizanthe obovata (also called Obovate Spineflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Polygonaceae family. It is native to California and is found in chaparral and coastal sage scrub habitats. It is a low-growing annual with small, white flowers and small, triangular leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Chorizanthe obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in dry, sunny areas. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chorizanthe obovata is a white to yellowish-white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a white, hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chorizanthe obovata is a perennial herb native to California. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. Seeds can also be used, but they require cold stratification for germination.

Where to Find Chorizanthe obovata

Chorizanthe obovata can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Chorizanthe obovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chorizanthe obovata?

Chorizanthe obovata

What is the natural habitat of Chorizanthe obovata?

Chorizanthe obovata is native to California.

What is the flowering season of Chorizanthe obovata?

Chorizanthe obovata flowers in late spring and early summer.

Species in the Chorizanthe genus

Chorizanthe angustifolia, Chorizanthe biloba, Chorizanthe blakleyi, Chorizanthe brevicornu, Chorizanthe breweri, Chorizanthe clevelandii, Chorizanthe commisuralis, Chorizanthe corrugata, Chorizanthe cuspidata, Chorizanthe dasyantha, Chorizanthe densa, Chorizanthe deserticola, Chorizanthe diffusa, Chorizanthe douglasii, Chorizanthe fasciculata, Chorizanthe fimbriata, Chorizanthe flava, Chorizanthe flavescens, Chorizanthe frankenioides, Chorizanthe glabrescens, Chorizanthe howellii, Chorizanthe humilis, Chorizanthe illapelina, Chorizanthe inequalis, Chorizanthe interposita, Chorizanthe intricata, Chorizanthe kingii, Chorizanthe leptotheca, Chorizanthe macraei, Chorizanthe membranacea, Chorizanthe mutabilis, Chorizanthe obovata, Chorizanthe orcuttiana, Chorizanthe palmeri, Chorizanthe paniculata, Chorizanthe parryi, Chorizanthe parviflora, Chorizanthe pauciflora, Chorizanthe peduncularis, Chorizanthe polygonoides, Chorizanthe procumbens, Chorizanthe pulchella, Chorizanthe pungens, Chorizanthe ramosissima, Chorizanthe rectispina, Chorizanthe rigida, Chorizanthe robusta, Chorizanthe rosea, Chorizanthe rosulenta, Chorizanthe spinosa,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

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