Status:
valid
Authors:
(Brand) L.A.Johnson
Source:
ksu
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 69 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503518
Common Names
- Saltugilia grinnellii
- Grinnell's Saltugilia
- Grinnellii Saltugilia
Synonyms
- Gilia grinnellii Brand [unknown]
- Gilia splendens grinnellii (Brand) H.Mason & A.D.Grant [unknown]
- Gilia tenuiflora grinnellii (Brand) Jeps. [unknown]
Description
Saltugilia grinnellii (also called Grinnell's Saltugilia, among many other common names) is a small perennial plant with yellow flowers and a basal rosette of leaves. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Saltugilia grinnellii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saltugilia grinnellii is a yellow to orange, 5-petalled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saltugilia grinnellii is a shrub that is native to the western United States. It is usually propagated by seed, but can also be propagated by stem cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Saltugilia grinnellii
Saltugilia grinnellii is native to North America and can be found in dry scrubland and on rocky slopes.
Saltugilia grinnellii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saltugilia grinnellii?
Saltugilia grinnellii
What is the common name of Saltugilia grinnellii?
Grinnellii
What is the natural habitat of Saltugilia grinnellii?
Open woodlands and grasslands
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