Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictum
ID:
364021

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 279 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000363353

Common Names

  • Linum strictum
  • Strict Flax
  • Strictum Linum

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Synonyms

  • Linum inaequale C.Presl [unknown]
  • Linum scabridum Steud. ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Linum spicatum (Pers.) H.Lindb. [unknown]
  • Linum sessiliflorum Lam. [unknown]
  • Linum paniculatum Desv. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Linopsis corymbosa Rchb. [unknown]
  • Linum alternum Pieri [unknown]
  • Linum alterniflorum Delile ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum alternum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum corymbulosum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum spicatum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Cathartolinum strictum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Chrysolinum strictum Fourr. [unknown]
  • Linum strictum spicatum Pers. [unknown]
  • Linum strictum paniculatum Desv. [unknown]
  • Linum strictum racemosum P.Palau [unknown]

Description

Linum strictum (also called Stiff 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 strictum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Linum strictum has a white flower, with a long, slender seed pod that contains small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a single, central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linum strictum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and lightly covered. The seedlings should be thinned to about 6 inches apart. The plants can be divided in spring or fall. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Linum strictum

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

Linum strictum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linum strictum?

Linum strictum

What is the family of Linum strictum?

Linaceae

What is the common name of Linum strictum?

Stiff 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