Camissonia lacustris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacustris
ID:
583532
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Raven
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 329 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582864
Common Names
- Lacustris Sun Cup
- Lacustris Suncup
- Lacustris Cup-Flower
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Camissonia lacustris (also called 'Lacustrine Suncup', among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and is found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Camissonia lacustris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional handicrafts and decorations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Camissonia lacustris has small yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camissonia lacustris can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a potting mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-draining soil.
Where to Find Camissonia lacustris
Camissonia lacustris can be found in California, USA.
Camissonia lacustris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camissonia lacustris?
Camissonia lacustris
What is the common name of Camissonia lacustris?
Lacustris Camissonia
What is the natural habitat of Camissonia lacustris?
Camissonia lacustris is native to the western United States
Species in the Camissonia genus
Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta,
Species in the Onagraceae family
Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2695063: Based on the initial data import
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.