Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
debilis
ID:
615641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 1: 127 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614973

Common Names

  • Debilis Collomia
  • Debilis Twin-flowered Collomia
  • Debilis Twin-flowered Trumpet

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Synonyms

  • Collomia debilis camporum Payson [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis camporum (Payson) Wherry [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis dentata C.L.Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis howardii (M.E.Jones) Wherry [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis integra Payson [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis intergra (Payson) Wherry [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis ipomoea Payson [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis ipomoea (Payson) Wherry [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis trifida Payson [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis trifida (Payson) Wherry [unknown]
  • Collomia howardii M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Collomia hurdlei A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Collomia hurdlei integra A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Collomia hurdlei trifida A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Collomiastrum debile (S.Watson) S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Gilia debilis S.Watson [unknown]
  • Gilia debilis larsenii J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Gilia howardii M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Collomia debilis debilis [unknown]
  • Navarretia debilis Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Collomia debilis (also called Skyrocket, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 50 cm tall. It has a slender stem with an inflorescence of bright red or orange flowers. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California and east to the Great Plains. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Collomia debilis is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collomia debilis has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collomia debilis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-5 plants and replanted in the same area.

Where to Find Collomia debilis

Collomia debilis can be found in western North America, from British Columbia to California and east to Montana and Wyoming.

Collomia debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collomia debilis?

Collomia debilis

What is the common name of Collomia debilis?

Weak Collomia

What type of plant is Collomia debilis?

Herbaceous annual

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