Status:
valid
Authors:
Kit.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1864
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 573 (1864)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363481
Common Names
- Extra-Axillary Flax
- Extra-Axillary Linseed
- Extra-Axillary Linum
Synonyms
- Linum perenne extraaxillare (Kit.) Nyman [unknown]
Description
Linum extraaxillare (also called Extra-axillary Flax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant which is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in dry grasslands and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Linum extraaxillare is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Linum extraaxillare are white, yellow or pink, with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender with long stems and small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Linum extraaxillare is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be covered lightly with soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Linum extraaxillare
Linum extraaxillare can be found in dry, sunny areas in Europe and North America.
Linum extraaxillare FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linum extraaxillare?
Linum extraaxillare
What is the common name of Linum extraaxillare?
Extra-axillary Flax
What is the natural habitat of Linum extraaxillare?
Dry, sunny places
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,