Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
bistorta
ID:
509302

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 204 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508634

Common Names

  • Camissoniopsis bistorta
  • Two-Ribbed Camissoniopsis
  • Camisoniopsis de Dos Costillas

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Synonyms

  • Camissonia bistorta (Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray) P.H.Raven [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma bistortum (Nutt.) Walp. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma veitchianum Small [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma bistortum veitchianum A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Oenothera veitchiana Tidestr. [unknown]
  • Oenothera bistorta reedii Parish [unknown]
  • Oenothera bistorta veitchiana Hook. [unknown]

Description

Camissoniopsis bistorta (also called Bistort Suncup, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae. It is an annual herb that grows up to 20 cm tall. Its leaves are lanceolate to oblanceolate, and its flowers are yellow. It is native to western North America, and is found in open grasslands and vernal pools.

Uses & Benefits

Camissoniopsis bistorta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camissoniopsis bistorta is yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Camissoniopsis bistorta is an annual herb native to western North America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm temperatures and bright direct light. It is best propagated by seed.

Where to Find Camissoniopsis bistorta

Camissoniopsis bistorta is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and desert scrub.

Camissoniopsis bistorta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camissoniopsis bistorta?

Camissoniopsis bistorta

What is the natural habitat of Camissoniopsis bistorta?

It is native to western North America.

What is the flower color of Camissoniopsis bistorta?

The flowers are yellow in color.

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-2606520: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.