Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
catharticum
ID:
364499

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 281 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363831

Common Names

  • Lisianthius elisabethae
  • Elizabeth's Lisianthius
  • Elizabeth's Cryptanthus

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Synonyms

  • Linum diversifolium Gilib. [unknown]
  • Nezera cathartica (L.) Nieuwl. [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum catharticum (L.) Small [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum pratense Rchb. [unknown]

Description

Linum catharticum (also called Purging 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 catharticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linum catharticum has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum catharticum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Linum catharticum

Linum catharticum can be found in the wild in Mexico.

Linum catharticum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lisianthius elisabethae?

Lisianthius elisabethae

What is the common name of Lisianthius elisabethae?

Elizabeth's lisianthius

What is the habitat of Lisianthius elisabethae?

It is found in dry, rocky, open areas in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico

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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