Linum gypsogenium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.L.Nesom
Source:
tro
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Madroño 30: 252 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272292
Common Names
- Gypsogenium Linum
- Linum gypsogenium
- Gypsum-born Linum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Linum gypsogenium (also called ‘Gypsogenium flax’, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Linaceae. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a smooth, grey bark. Its leaves are simple and its flowers are white in color.
Uses & Benefits
Linum gypsogenium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Linum gypsogenium is a white, five-petaled star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Linum gypsogenium is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky soils. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in early spring or late summer and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Linum gypsogenium
Linum gypsogenium can be found in Mexico.
Linum gypsogenium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Linum gypsogenium?
Linum gypsogenium
What is the common name of Linum gypsogenium?
Gypsum Flax
What is the family of Linum gypsogenium?
Linaceae
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 tro-50255071: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.