Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Turner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Novon 3: 86 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674967
Common Names
- Gypsophila Jaimehintonia
- Gypsophila Jaimehintonia
- Gypsophila Jaimehintonia
Description
Jaimehintonia gypsophila (also called Gypsum Jaimehintonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Southwestern United States and Northwestern Mexico. It has a woody base and grows in sandy soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Jaimehintonia gypsophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The plant has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Jaimehintonia gypsophila is a small, white to pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, shiny, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves and a slender, erect stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jaimehintonia gypsophila is a perennial plant that is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water it deeply and infrequently. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Jaimehintonia gypsophila
Jaimehintonia gypsophila is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral.
Jaimehintonia gypsophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jaimehintonia gypsophila?
Jaimehintonia gypsophila
What is the common name of Jaimehintonia gypsophila?
Gypsum Jaimehintonia
What is the natural habitat of Jaimehintonia gypsophila?
It is native to Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky areas
Species in the Jaimehintonia genus
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Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,