Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
californica
ID:
44139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
gcc

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2: 182 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043468

Common Names

  • Trixis californica
  • California Trixis
  • California Three-Fruit

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Description

Trixis californica (also called California Three-Finger, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to California and Baja California. It grows in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Trixis californica is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and xeriscaping. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trixis californica var. peninsularis (S.F.Blake) C.E.Anderson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Trixis californica has yellow flowers with dark centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trixis californica is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Place the cuttings in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Trixis californica

Trixis californica can be found in the western United States, primarily in California.

Trixis californica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trixis californica?

Trixis californica

What type of plant is Trixis californica?

Herb

Where does Trixis californica grow?

North America

Species in the Trixis genus

Trixis hassleri, Trixis pallida, Trixis megalophylla, Trixis calcicola, Trixis inula, Trixis silvatica, Trixis pringlei, Trixis mexicana, Trixis cacalioides, Trixis parviflora, Trixis lessingii, Trixis anomala, Trixis verbascifolia, Trixis grandibracteata, Trixis pterocaulis, Trixis chiapensis, Trixis californica, Trixis ophiorhiza, Trixis villosa, Trixis verbascifolia, Trixis glutinosa, Trixis proustioides, Trixis michuacana, Trixis aggregata, Trixis calycina, Trixis glaziovii, Trixis sagasteguii, Trixis haenkei, Trixis thyrsoidea, Trixis nobilis, Trixis nelsonii, Trixis praestans, Trixis alata, Trixis grisebachii, Trixis longifolia, Trixis matisiana, Trixis hintoniorum, Trixis pruskii, Trixis peruviana, Trixis angustifolia, Trixis churinensis, Trixis divaricata, Trixis spicata, Trixis vauthieri, Trixis hyposericea, Trixis forzzae, Trixis jaliscana,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-142045: Based on the initial data import
Albert Kellogg (1813-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kellogg' in the authors string.