Linum capitatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kit. ex Schult.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1814
Citation Micro:
Oestr. Fl. , ed. 2, 1: 528 (1814)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363845
Common Names
- Capitatum Linum
- Capitatum
- Linum Capitatum
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- Xantholinum capitatum Rchb. [unknown]
- Linum capitatum laxiflorum Petrova [unknown]
Description
Linum capitatum (also called Head Flax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas, and can reach heights of up to 0.5 m. Its leaves are alternate, and its flowers are white or pink in color.
Uses & Benefits
Linum capitatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Linum capitatum sub. serrulatum (Bertol.) HartvigFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Linum capitatum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Linum capitatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Linum capitatum
Linum capitatum can be found in the wild in Mexico.
Linum capitatum FAQ
What are the common names for Linum capitatum?
Common names for Linum capitatum include nodding flax and nodding yellow flax.
How does Linum capitatum reproduce?
Linum capitatum reproduces by seed and vegetatively through rhizomes.
What is the natural habitat of Linum capitatum?
Linum capitatum is native to the western United States and Canada.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2348530: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.