Hemitomes congestum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
tro
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Williamson & Abbot, Bot. 6(3; 2): 80 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001128931
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Hemitomes congestum (also called Congested Hemitomes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. It typically grows in moist, acidic soils in coniferous forests and alpine meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hemitomes congestum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemitomes congestum is a small, yellowish-green spike of tiny flowers. The seed is a small, round, dark-brown spore. The seedlings consist of a single leaf with a small, round, dark-brown spore at the tip.
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Hemitomes congestum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Hemitomes congestum
Hemitomes congestum is native to the eastern United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Species in the Hemitomes genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.