Status:
valid
Authors:
(S.Watson) J.M.Porter
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Aliso 17: 43 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525811
Common Names
- Aliciella latifolia
- Latifolia Aliciella
- Aliciella
Synonyms
- Gilia latifolia S.Watson [unknown]
- Navarretia latifolia Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Aliciella latifolia (also called Broadleaf Aliciella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polemoniaceae. It is native to the western United States, where it grows in dry, rocky soils. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aliciella latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Aliciella latifolia sub. imperialis (S.L.Welsh) J.M.Porter
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aliciella latifolia is yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aliciella latifolia is a low-growing perennial that is native to the western United States. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.
Where to Find Aliciella latifolia
Aliciella latifolia is native to the western United States.
Aliciella latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aliciella latifolia?
Aliciella latifolia
What are the common names of Aliciella latifolia?
Broad-leaved Aliciella
What is the natural habitat of Aliciella latifolia?
Tropical rainforests of Central America
Species in the Aliciella genus
Aliciella caespitosa,
Aliciella formosa,
Aliciella haydenii,
Aliciella heterostyla,
Aliciella humillima,
Aliciella hutchinsifolia,
Aliciella latifolia,
Aliciella leptomeria,
Aliciella lottiae,
Aliciella mcvickerae,
Aliciella micromeria,
Aliciella nyensis,
Aliciella pentstemonoides,
Aliciella pinnatifida,
Aliciella ripleyi,
Aliciella sedifolia,
Aliciella stenothyrsa,
Aliciella subacaulis,
Aliciella subnuda,
Aliciella tenuis,
Aliciella triodon,
Aliciella monoensis,
Aliciella cliffordii,
Species in the Polemoniaceae family
Acanthogilia gloriosa,
Aliciella caespitosa,
Aliciella formosa,
Aliciella haydenii,
Aliciella heterostyla,
Aliciella humillima,
Aliciella hutchinsifolia,
Aliciella latifolia,
Aliciella leptomeria,
Aliciella lottiae,
Aliciella mcvickerae,
Aliciella micromeria,
Aliciella nyensis,
Aliciella pentstemonoides,
Aliciella pinnatifida,
Aliciella ripleyi,
Aliciella sedifolia,
Aliciella stenothyrsa,
Aliciella subacaulis,
Aliciella subnuda,
Aliciella tenuis,
Aliciella triodon,
Aliciella monoensis,
Aliciella cliffordii,
Allophyllum divaricatum,
Allophyllum gilioides,
Allophyllum glutinosum,
Allophyllum integrifolium,
Allophyllum nemophilophyllum,
Bonplandia geminiflora,
Bonplandia linearis,
Bryantiella palmeri,
Cantua dendritica,
Cantua mediamnis,
Cantua volcanica,
Cantua alutacea,
Cantua bicolor,
Cantua buxifolia,
Cantua candelilla,
Cantua coerulea,
Cantua cordata,
Cantua cuzcoensis,
Cantua flexuosa,
Cantua glutinosa,
Cantua hibrida,
Cantua longifolia,
Cantua megapotamica,
Cantua ovata,
Cantua pyrifolia,
Cantua quercifolia,