Acmispon junceus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Brouillet
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas2: 391 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285166
Common Names
- Rush-like Spurred Legume
- Rush-like Acmispon
- Rush-like Bird's-foot
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acmispon junceus (also called Rush-like Deerweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to California and is found in chaparral, grassland, and coastal sage scrub habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acmispon junceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for erosion control.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acmispon junceus var. biolettii (Greene) BrouilletAcmispon junceus var. junceus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acmispon junceus has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, thin seed pod. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acmispon junceus is a drought-tolerant perennial shrub. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Acmispon junceus
Acmispon junceus is native to the western United States.
Acmispon junceus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acmispon junceus?
Acmispon junceus
What is the common name of Acmispon junceus?
Rush Acmispon
What is the habitat of Acmispon junceus?
It is found in dry and open habitats, including grasslands, scrublands, and deserts.
Species in the Acmispon genus
Acmispon americanus, Acmispon denticulatus, Acmispon brachycarpus, Acmispon parviflorus, Acmispon rubriflorus, Acmispon maritimus, Acmispon subpinnatus, Acmispon wrangelianus, Acmispon glaber, Acmispon argophyllus, Acmispon argyraeus, Acmispon cytisoides, Acmispon dendroideus, Acmispon distichus, Acmispon glabrus, Acmispon grandiflorus, Acmispon haydonii, Acmispon intricatus, Acmispon junceus, Acmispon mearnsii, Acmispon micranthus, Acmispon nudatus, Acmispon oroboides, Acmispon prostratus, Acmispon procumbens, Acmispon strigosus, Acmispon tomentosus, Acmispon decumbens, Acmispon neomexicanus, Acmispon plebeius, Acmispon watsonii, Acmispon flexuosus, Acmispon niveus, Acmispon rigidus, Acmispon utahensis, Acmispon wrightii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Luc Brouillet (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brouillet' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Acmispon junceus (Benth.) Brouillet: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.