Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
albicaulis
ID:
692827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Gent. : 330 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692160

Common Names

  • White-stemmed Frasera
  • Albicaulis Frasera
  • White-stemmed Gentian

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Description

Frasera albicaulis (also called White-stemmed Green Gentian, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to western North America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in dry, open grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Frasera albicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Frasera albicaulis var. cusickii (A.Gray) C.L.Hitchc.
Frasera albicaulis var. modocensis (H.St.John) N.H.Holmgren
Frasera albicaulis var. nitida (Benth.) C.L.Hitchc.
Frasera albicaulis var. columbiana (H.St.John) C.L.Hitchc.
Frasera albicaulis var. idahoensis (H.St.John) C.L.Hitchc.
Frasera albicaulis var. albicaulis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Frasera albicaulis has white, bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Frasera albicaulis: Frasera albicaulis is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to sandy soils in coastal areas. It is tolerant of salt spray and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Frasera albicaulis

Frasera albicaulis can be found in western North America, including California, Oregon, and Washington.

Frasera albicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Frasera albicaulis?

Frasera albicaulis

What is the common name of Frasera albicaulis?

White-stemmed frasera

What is the natural habitat of Frasera albicaulis?

Dry, open areas of western North America

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References