Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolata
ID:
523455

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) D'Arcy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 45: 353 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522787

Common Names

  • Lance-leaved False Foxglove
  • Lance-leaved Agalinis
  • Lance-leaved Foxglove

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Description

Agalinis lanceolata (also called Lance-leaved False Foxglove, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant with a slender, erect stem. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, sandy, open habitats. It has opposite, lanceolate leaves and small, white, tubular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Agalinis lanceolata is used in ornamental landscaping and as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agalinis lanceolata has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and slightly curved. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agalinis lanceolata is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Agalinis lanceolata

Agalinis lanceolata is native to eastern North America.

Agalinis lanceolata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agalinis lanceolata?

Agalinis lanceolata

What is the common name of Agalinis lanceolata?

Lanceleaf False Foxglove

What is the habitat of Agalinis lanceolata?

Dry, sandy, and rocky open areas

Species in the Agalinis genus

Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii, Agalinis pulchella, Agalinis purpurea, Agalinis ramosissima, Agalinis ramulifera, Agalinis reflexidens, Agalinis scarlatina, Agalinis schwackeana, Agalinis setacea,

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
William D’Arcy (1931-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D'Arcy' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:6185-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].