Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
strigulosa
ID:
583569

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) P.H.Raven

Source:
cmp

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 333 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000582901

Common Names

  • Strigulosa Suncup
  • Strigulose Suncup
  • Strigulose-flowered Suncup

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Synonyms

  • Oenothera contorta epilobioides Munz [unknown]
  • Oenothera strigulosa Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma contortum Walp. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma strigulosum Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Oenothera strigulosa epilobioides Greene [unknown]
  • Oenothera contorta strigulosa Munz [deprecated]

Description

Camissonia strigulosa (also called Strigose 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 strigulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camissonia strigulosa 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 strigulosa 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 strigulosa

Camissonia strigulosa can be found in California, USA.

Camissonia strigulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camissonia strigulosa?

Camissonia strigulosa

What is the family of Camissonia strigulosa?

Onagraceae

What is the native range of Camissonia strigulosa?

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-2695098: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Peter H. Raven (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Raven' in the authors string.