Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
umbellata
ID:
616586

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Nutt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Gen. N. Amer. Pl. 1: 157 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615918



Common Names

  • Comandra umbellata
  • Bastard Toadflax
  • Umbellate Comandra


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Synonyms

  • Thesium corymbosulum Michx. [unknown]
  • Comandra cuneifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Comandra elliptica Raf. [unknown]
  • Comandra media Raf. [unknown]
  • Comandra obovata Raf. [unknown]
  • Comandra obtusifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Comandra richardsiana Fernald [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellata decumbens E.J.Hill [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellata lanceolata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellata richardsiana (Fernald) Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellulata Raf. [unknown]
  • Hamiltonia umbellata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellata umbellata [unknown]
  • Comandra umbellata umbellata [unknown]
  • Thesium umbellatum L. [unknown]

Description

Comandra umbellata (also called Bastard Toadflax, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Comandra umbellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Comandra umbellata sub. californica (Eastw. ex Rydb.) Piehl
Comandra umbellata sub. elegans (Rochel ex Rchb.) Piehl
Comandra umbellata sub. pallida (A.DC.) Piehl

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Comandra umbellata has small, white flowers with a pleasant, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender and have a greenish-brown hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Comandra umbellata is a temperate plant native to North America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers cool temperatures and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cool, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Comandra umbellata

Comandra umbellata is native to North America.

Comandra umbellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Comandra umbellata?

Comandra umbellata

What is the natural habitat of Comandra umbellata?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

What are the characteristics of Comandra umbellata?

Small, evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and yellow flowers

Species in the Comandra genus

Species in the Santalaceae family

Acanthosyris annonagustata, Acanthosyris asipapote, Acanthosyris falcata, Acanthosyris glabrata, Acanthosyris paulo-alvinii, Acanthosyris spinescens, Amphorogyne celastroides, Amphorogyne spicata, Amphorogyne staufferi, Anthobolus erythrocaulis, Anthobolus filifolius, Anthobolus foveolatus, Anthobolus leptomeroides, Antidaphne amazonensis, Antidaphne andina, Antidaphne antidaphneoides, Antidaphne glaziovii, Antidaphne hondurensis, Antidaphne punctulata, Antidaphne schottii, Antidaphne viscoidea, Antidaphne wrightii, Arceuthobium abietinum, Arceuthobium abietis-religiosae, Arceuthobium americanum, Arceuthobium apachecum, Arceuthobium azoricum, Arceuthobium bicarinatum, Arceuthobium blumeri, Arceuthobium californicum, Arceuthobium campylopodum, Arceuthobium chinense, Arceuthobium cyanocarpum, Arceuthobium divaricatum, Arceuthobium douglasii, Arceuthobium gillii, Arceuthobium globosum, Arceuthobium guatemalense, Arceuthobium hondurense, Arceuthobium juniperi-procerae, Arceuthobium littorum, Arceuthobium microcarpum, Arceuthobium minutissimum, Arceuthobium monticola, Arceuthobium nigrum, Arceuthobium occidentale, Arceuthobium oxycedri, Arceuthobium pendens, Arceuthobium pini, Arceuthobium pusillum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2732240: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.