Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
sigmoideus
ID:
817766

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.T.Robbins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 144 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000817100

Common Names

  • Nemacladus sigmoideus
  • Sigmoideus Nemacladus
  • Nemacladus sigmoideus

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Description

Nemacladus sigmoideus (also called 'Sigmoid Nemacladus', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to North America, growing up to 1m tall. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky slopes and desert scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Nemacladus sigmoideus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nemacladus sigmoideus 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 sigmoideus is an evergreen perennial native to California. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Nemacladus sigmoideus

Nemacladus sigmoideus is native to California and can be found in dry, open areas.

Nemacladus sigmoideus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nemacladus sigmoideus?

Nemacladus sigmoideus

What is the common name of Nemacladus sigmoideus?

Sigmoid Nemacladus

What is the natural habitat of Nemacladus sigmoideus?

Dry scrub and grasslands

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-354958: Based on the initial data import
Guy Thomas Robbins (1916-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.T.Robbins' in the authors string.