Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zygophyllales
Genus:
Species:
greggii
ID:
1262782

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 28 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262120



Common Names

  • Sericodes greggii
  • Gregg's Sericodes
  • Gregg's Snakeweed


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Description

Sericodes greggii (also called Gregg's Sericodes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Boraginaceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It grows in dry, open, rocky areas, grasslands, and sagebrush scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Sericodes greggii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sericodes greggii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericodes greggii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. Propagation is done by seed or division in early spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in spring or autumn. Division should be done in early spring.

Where to Find Sericodes greggii

Sericodes greggii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Sericodes greggii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericodes greggii?

Sericodes greggii

What is the common name of Sericodes greggii?

No common name

What is the native range of Sericodes greggii?

Mexico

Species in the Sericodes genus

Species in the Zygophyllaceae family

Balanites aegyptiaca, Balanites angolensis, Balanites glabra, Balanites maughamii, Balanites pedicellaris, Balanites rotundifolia, Balanites roxburghii, Balanites triflora, Balanites wilsoniana, Balanites aegyptiacus, Balanites wilsonianus, Bulnesia chilensis, Bulnesia foliosa, Bulnesia retamo, Bulnesia rivas-martinezii, Bulnesia schichendanzii, Bulnesia schickendantzii, Guaiacum coulteri, Guaiacum officinale, Guaiacum palmeri, Guaiacum sanctum, Guaiacum unijugum, Guaiacum nellii, Kallstroemia pubescens, Kallstroemia maxima, Kallstroemia californica, Kallstroemia grandiflora, Kallstroemia hirsutissima, Kallstroemia parviflora, Kallstroemia perennans, Kallstroemia adscendens, Kallstroemia tucumanensis, Kallstroemia tribuloides, Kallstroemia incana, Kallstroemia rosei, Kallstroemia boliviana, Kallstroemia pennellii, Kallstroemia peninsularis, Kallstroemia standleyi, Kallstroemia mexicana, Kallstroemia curta, Kallstroemia hintonii, Kelleronia gillettiae, Kelleronia splendens, Kelleronia revoilii, Larrea simulans, Larrea ameghinoi, Larrea divaricata, Larrea cuneifolia, Larrea nitida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50201529: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.