Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
178799

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.3: 209 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000178128

Common Names

  • Hoffmannseggia
  • Sticky Hoffmannseggia
  • Viscid Hoffmannseggia

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Synonyms

  • Caesalpinia egena (J.F.Macbr.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Caesalpinia ternata (Phil.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia viscosa egena J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Hoffmannseggia ternata Phil. [valid]
  • Caesalpinia viscosa (Ruiz & Pav.) J.F.Macbr. [valid]
  • Larrea viscosa (Ruiz & Pav.) Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Caesalpinia viscosa (Ruiz & Pav.) Fisher [unknown]
  • Hoffmannseggia falcaria glandulosa Hook. [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia viscosa viscosa [unknown]
  • Larrea viscosa Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]

Description

Hoffmannseggia viscosa (also called Sticky Hoffmannseggia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California, where it grows in a variety of habitats, including chaparral, meadows, and open woods.

Uses & Benefits

Hoffmannseggia viscosa is used as a forage crop, as a green manure, and for soil improvement. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoffmannseggia viscosa has small, yellow flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoffmannseggia viscosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed sown directly into the garden in spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in early summer and rooted in a pot of moist soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Hoffmannseggia viscosa

Hoffmannseggia viscosa is found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas. It is an annual plant that grows in dry, sandy soils.

Hoffmannseggia viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoffmannseggia viscosa?

Hoffmannseggia viscosa

What is the common name of Hoffmannseggia viscosa?

Sticky Hoffmannseggia

What is the family of Hoffmannseggia viscosa?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.