Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
glutinosum
ID:
527198

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) A.D.Grant & V.E.Grant

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Aliso 3: 104 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000526530

Common Names

  • Allophyllum glutinosum
  • Sticky Allophyllum
  • Sticky Allophyllum Fern

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Synonyms

  • Collomia gilioides glutinosa (Benth.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Collomia glutinosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides glutinosa (Benth.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Gilia gilioides glutinosa (Benth.) H.Mason & A.D.Grant [unknown]
  • Gilia glutinosa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Allophyllum glutinosum (also called Sticky Allophyllum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb with white or pink flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grassland, scrubland, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Allophyllum glutinosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cold and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pinkish flowers in spike-like clusters. Seed: Small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Allophyllum glutinosum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a soil mix. Both methods require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Allophyllum glutinosum

Allophyllum glutinosum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Allophyllum glutinosum FAQ

What is the common name of Allophyllum glutinosum?

Glutinosum

What is the natural range of Allophyllum glutinosum?

Western North America

What is the typical height of Allophyllum glutinosum?

Up to 3 feet

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-2629204: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Alva Day Grant (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Grant' in the authors string.
Verne Grant (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.E.Grant' in the authors string.