Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
pubens
ID:
583553

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) P.H.Raven

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 69(4): 995. 1983 [1982 publ. 1983]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582885

Common Names

  • Pubens Suncup
  • Pubescent Suncup
  • Pubescent-flowered Suncup

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Synonyms

  • Oenothera pubens (S.Watson) Munz [unknown]
  • Oenothera strigulosa pubens S.Watson [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma pubens Rydb. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma contortum pubens Small [unknown]
  • Oenothera contorta pubens Coville [deprecated]

Description

Camissonia pubens (also called Sun Cup, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and Nevada. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as chaparral, desert, and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Camissonia pubens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional handicrafts and decorations.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camissonia pubens is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camissonia pubens is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall and spreads rapidly by underground rhizomes. It is native to California and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and need light to germinate.

Where to Find Camissonia pubens

Camissonia pubens can be found in California, USA.

Camissonia pubens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camissonia pubens?

Camissonia pubens

What is the family of Camissonia pubens?

Onagraceae

What is the native range of Camissonia pubens?

North America

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-2695082: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.