Status:
valid
Authors:
Harry Sm.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 8: 138 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451146
Common Names
- Hummehii Mannagettaea
- Mannagettaea Hummehii
- Hummehii Mannagettaea
Description
Mannagettaea hummehii (also called Hummehii Mannagettaea, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with white or pink flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to western North America, from California to British Columbia, and grows in moist areas, such as streambanks and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Mannagettaea hummehii has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mannagettaea hummehii is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mannagettaea hummehii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C).
Where to Find Mannagettaea hummehii
Mannagettaea hummehii is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas.
Mannagettaea hummehii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mannagettaea hummehii?
Mannagettaea hummehii
What are the common names of Mannagettaea hummehii?
Hummehii's mannagettaea
What is the natural habitat of Mannagettaea hummehii?
Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs in the Canary Islands
Species in the Mannagettaea genus
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,