Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubescens
ID:
364064

Status:
valid

Authors:
Banks & Sol.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Nat. Hist. Aleppo , ed. 2, 2: 268 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363396

Common Names

  • Linum pubescens
  • Pubescent Flax
  • Pubescens Linum

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Synonyms

  • Linum piligerum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Linum piliferum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Linum decoloratum Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Linum pubescens (also called Hairy Flax, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and is found at altitudes of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Linum pubescens is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Linum pubescens sub. anisocalyx (P.H.Davis) Yılmaz & Kaynak

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linum pubescens has small, bright yellow flowers with five petals and a center of yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a rounded tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum pubescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Linum pubescens

Linum pubescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Linum pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linum pubescens?

Linum pubescens

What is the family of Linum pubescens?

Linaceae

What is the common name of Linum pubescens?

Downy flax

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-2347305: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.