Camissonia pusilla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusilla
ID:
583554
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Raven
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 312 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582886
Common Names
- Pusilla Suncup
- Tiny Suncup
- Tiny-flowered Suncup
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Oenothera contorta flexuosa Munz [unknown]
- Sphaerostigma contortum flexuosum A.Nelson [unknown]
- Sphaerostigma flexuosum (A.Nelson) Rydb. [unknown]
Description
Camissonia pusilla (also called Desert Sun Cup, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California, Arizona, 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 pusilla 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 pusilla is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Camissonia pusilla is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 6 inches (15 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 pusilla
Camissonia pusilla can be found in California, USA.
Camissonia pusilla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camissonia pusilla?
Camissonia pusilla
What is the family of Camissonia pusilla?
Onagraceae
What is the native range of Camissonia pusilla?
North America
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-2695083: Based on the initial data import
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.