Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachypetalum
ID:
364546

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Schwartz

Source:
ksu

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 10: 119 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363878

Common Names

  • Linum brachypetalum
  • Short-petalled Linum
  • Short-petalled Flax

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Description

Linum brachypetalum (also called Short-Petaled Flax, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and produces bright blue flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in coastal dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Linum brachypetalum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in the production of linen fabric.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Linum brachypetalum is a bright yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum brachypetalum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but reduce watering in the winter. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.

Where to Find Linum brachypetalum

Linum brachypetalum is native to Europe, North Africa, and temperate parts of Asia.

Linum brachypetalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linum brachypetalum?

Linum brachypetalum

What is the common name of Linum brachypetalum?

Short-petaled Flax

What is the natural habitat of Linum brachypetalum?

Dry, rocky hillsides

Species in the Linum genus

Linum meletonis, Linum maritimum, Linum macraei, Linum macrorhizum, Linum marginale, Linum nelsonii, Linum mysurense, Linum nervosum, Linum narbonense, Linum monogynum, Linum mucronatum, Linum hypericifolium, Linum jimenezii, Linum iranicum, Linum hirsutum, Linum hologynum, Linum leucanthum, Linum leonii, Linum komarovii, Linum numidicum, Linum salsoloides, Linum schiedeanum, Linum nodiflorum, Linum squamulosum, Linum stelleroides, Linum stocksianum, Linum strictum, Linum setaceum, Linum seljukorum, Linum silpii, Linum pallescens, Linum pamphylicum, Linum perenne, Linum obtusatum, Linum ockendonii, Linum olgae, Linum olympicum, Linum pallasianum, Linum pubescens, Linum punctatum, Linum persicum, Linum peyronii, Linum phitosianum, Linum album, Linum alpinum, Linum amurense, Linum altaicum, Linum appressum, Linum empetrifolium, Linum euboeum,

Species in the Linaceae family

Anisadenia pubescens, Anisadenia saxatilis, Hebepetalum neblinae, Hebepetalum roraimense, Hebepetalum humiriifolium, Hugonia afzelii, Hugonia belli, Hugonia castaneifolia, Hugonia costata, Hugonia couraiana, Hugonia deplanchei, Hugonia elliptica, Hugonia ferruginea, Hugonia foliosa, Hugonia gilletii, Hugonia gossweileri, Hugonia grandiflora, Hugonia jenkinsii, Hugonia latifolia, Hugonia lenormandii, Hugonia macrocarpa, Hugonia mayumbensis, Hugonia micans, Hugonia montana, Hugonia neocaledonica, Hugonia obtusifolia, Hugonia oreogena, Hugonia papillosa, Hugonia penicillanthemum, Hugonia planchonii, Hugonia platysepala, Hugonia poilanei, Hugonia racemosa, Hugonia rufopilis, Hugonia sapinii, Hugonia serrata, Hugonia talbotii, Hugonia tomentosa, Hugonia villosa, Hugonia brewerioides, Hugonia castanea, Hugonia sphaerocarpa, Hugonia coursiana, Hugonia johannensis, Hugonia longipes, Hugonia orientalis, Hugonia batesii, Hugonia gabunensis, Hugonia macrophylla, Hugonia spicata,

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