Status:
valid
Authors:
(M.Martínez & L.Hern.) Al-Shehbaz & M.Martínez
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 19(1): 23. 2014 [30 Jun 2014] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421645
Common Names
- Graciela's Mostacillastrum
- Graciela's Plant
- Graciela's Flower
Description
Mostacillastrum gracielae (also called Graciela's mostacillastrum, among many other common names) is a small annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to western North America, and can be found in California, Oregon, and Washington. It prefers moist soils and is found in open woodlands and along streambanks.
Uses & Benefits
Mostacillastrum gracielae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as an erosion control plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mostacillastrum gracielae has white flowers with yellow anthers and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mostacillastrum gracielae is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Mostacillastrum gracielae
Mostacillastrum gracielae can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.
Mostacillastrum gracielae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mostacillastrum gracielae?
Mostacillastrum gracielae
What is the family of Mostacillastrum gracielae?
Scrophulariaceae
Where is Mostacillastrum gracielae found?
South America
Species in the Mostacillastrum genus
Mostacillastrum andinum,
Mostacillastrum dianthoides,
Mostacillastrum leptocarpum,
Mostacillastrum hunzikeri,
Mostacillastrum haitiense,
Mostacillastrum arcuatum,
Mostacillastrum purpusii,
Mostacillastrum vaseyi,
Mostacillastrum versicolor,
Mostacillastrum stenophyllum,
Mostacillastrum ameghinoi,
Mostacillastrum carolinense,
Mostacillastrum commune,
Mostacillastrum ferreyrae,
Mostacillastrum gracile,
Mostacillastrum morrisonii,
Mostacillastrum oleraceum,
Mostacillastrum orbignyanum,
Mostacillastrum pectinifolium,
Mostacillastrum subscandens,
Mostacillastrum ventanense,
Mostacillastrum weberbaueri,
Mostacillastrum ekmanii,
Mostacillastrum incisum,
Mostacillastrum longipes,
Mostacillastrum pandurifolium,
Mostacillastrum retrofractum,
Mostacillastrum saltaense,
Mostacillastrum subauriculatum,
Mostacillastrum gracielae,
Mostacillastrum volckmannii,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,