Houstonia parviflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Holz. ex Greenm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1897
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 32: 284 (1897)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000215226
Common Names
- Houstonia parviflora
- Parviflora Houstonia
- Houstonia Parviflora
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- Hedyotis greenmanii Fosberg ex Shinners [valid]
Description
Houstonia parviflora (also called Smallflower Bluets, among many other common names) is a small, annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white, four-petaled flowers and grows in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies.
Uses & Benefits
Houstonia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Houstonia parviflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Houstonia parviflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for best results.
Where to Find Houstonia parviflora
Houstonia parviflora can be found in the southeastern United States.
Houstonia parviflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Houstonia parviflora?
Houstonia parviflora
What is the common name of Houstonia parviflora?
Small-flowered bluet
Where does Houstonia parviflora grow?
Houstonia parviflora grows in moist, sandy soils in the southeastern United States
Species in the Houstonia genus
Houstonia acerosa, Houstonia caerulea, Houstonia canadensis, Houstonia correllii, Houstonia croftiae, Houstonia humifusa, Houstonia longifolia, Houstonia micrantha, Houstonia palmeri, Houstonia parviflora, Houstonia procumbens, Houstonia prostrata, Houstonia purpurea, Houstonia pusilla, Houstonia rubra, Houstonia serpyllifolia, Houstonia sharpii, Houstonia spellenbergii, Houstonia subviscosa, Houstonia teretifolia, Houstonia wrightii, Houstonia macvaughii, Houstonia ouachitana, Houstonia rosea,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
John Michael Holzinger (1853-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:124309-2: Based on the initial data import