Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
longiflora
ID:
517371

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. Arts , ser. 2, 15: 260 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516703

Common Names

  • Longiflora Acleisanthes
  • Long-flowered Acleisanthes
  • Long-flowered Water-willow

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Synonyms

  • Acleisanthes longiflora hirtella Standl. [unknown]
  • Acleisanthes longiflora hirtella (Standl.) Heimerl [unknown]

Description

Acleisanthes longiflora (also called Long-flowered Acleisanthes, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender, woody stem and a tuft of leaves. It is native to North America and grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and deserts.

Uses & Benefits

Acleisanthes longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acleisanthes longiflora has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a head-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown nut-like structure. The seedlings are slender and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acleisanthes longiflora can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller clumps which can then be replanted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Acleisanthes longiflora

Acleisanthes longiflora can be found in the Western Cape province of South Africa.

Acleisanthes longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acleisanthes longiflora?

Acleisanthes longiflora

What is the common name of Acleisanthes longiflora?

Long-flowered Acleisanthes

Where is Acleisanthes longiflora found?

Acleisanthes longiflora is found in Australia

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2618100: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.