Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
micromeria
ID:
526486

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) J.M.Porter

Source:
cmp

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Aliso 17: 40 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525818

Common Names

  • Aliciella micromeria
  • Micromeria Aliciella
  • Aliciella

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Synonyms

  • Gilia leptomeria micromeria (A.Gray) H.Mason & A.D.Grant [unknown]
  • Gilia leptomeria micromeria (A.Gray) Cronquist [unknown]
  • Gilia micromeria A.Gray [unknown]
  • Navarretia micromeria Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Aliciella micromeria (also called Micromeria 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 micromeria is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aliciella micromeria 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aliciella micromeria 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 micromeria

Aliciella micromeria can be found in the western United States, primarily in Utah, Nevada, and California.

Aliciella micromeria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aliciella micromeria?

Aliciella micromeria

What are the common names of Aliciella micromeria?

Small-leaved Aliciella

What is the natural habitat of Aliciella micromeria?

Tropical rainforests of Central America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2628401: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
James Mark Porter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Porter' in the authors string.