Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
micrantha
ID:
509314

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hornem. ex Spreng.) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 205 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508646

Common Names

  • Camissoniopsis micrantha
  • Small-Flowered Camissoniopsis
  • Camisoniopsis de Flor Pequeña

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Synonyms

  • Oenothera rigida Gillies ex Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma paradoxum (Spach) Gay [unknown]
  • Camissonia micrantha (Hornem. ex Spreng.) P.H.Raven [unknown]
  • Oenothera micrantha Hornem. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma micranthum Walp. [unknown]
  • Holostigma micranthum (Hornem. ex Spreng.) Spach [unknown]

Description

Camissoniopsis micrantha (also called Sun Cups, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to the western United States and northern Mexico. It has small yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils, especially in open areas such as deserts and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Camissoniopsis micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Camissoniopsis micrantha 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 micrantha is a perennial herb that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Once established, it can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Camissoniopsis micrantha

Camissoniopsis micrantha 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 micrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Camissoniopsis micrantha?

Camissoniopsis micrantha

What is the natural habitat of Camissoniopsis micrantha?

It is native to western North America.

What is the flower color of Camissoniopsis micrantha?

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-2606532: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Jens Wilken Hornemann (1770-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hornem.' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.