Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
817743

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 30: 500 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817077

Common Names

  • Nemacladus Gracilis
  • Gracilis Nemacladus
  • Nemacladus Orchid

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Description

Nemacladus gracilis (also called Slender Nemacladus, among many other common names) is a small annual herb native to North America. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are bright green, alternate, and lance-shaped. It is found in dry open areas, often in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nemacladus gracilis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemacladus gracilis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nemacladus gracilis is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Nemacladus gracilis

Nemacladus gracilis is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, and Utah.

Nemacladus gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemacladus gracilis?

Nemacladus gracilis

What is the common name of Nemacladus gracilis?

Graceful Nemacladus

Where is Nemacladus gracilis found?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354937: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.