Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliatum
ID:
364514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayek

Source:
ksu

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Ann. K. K. Naturhist. Hofmus. 28: 160 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363846

Common Names

  • Ciliatum Linum
  • Ciliatum
  • Linum Ciliatum

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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linum ciliatum 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 ciliatum 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 ciliatum

Linum ciliatum can be found in the wild in Mexico.

Linum ciliatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linum ciliatum?

Linum ciliatum

What is the common name of Linum ciliatum?

Fringed Flax

What is the natural habitat of Linum ciliatum?

Dry, open hillsides and grasslands

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,