Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
millefoliata
ID:
703622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
cmp

Year:

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum [St.Petersburg (Petropolitanus)] v. 35.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702955

Common Names

  • Gilia Millefoliata
  • Millefoliate Gilia
  • Thousand-Leaf Gilia

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Synonyms

  • Gilia millefoliata maritima Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia multicaulis millefoliata (Fisch. & E.Mey.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Gilia multicaulis millefoliata (Fisch. & E.Mey.) H.Mason & A.D.Grant [unknown]

Description

Gilia millefoliata (also called Many-leaved Gilia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, chaparral, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gilia millefoliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in cut flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gilia millefoliata has a white flower with a yellow center, a small, dark-brown seed, and a small, slender seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gilia millefoliata is a perennial plant native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun to partial shade. It should be planted in well-draining soil and watered regularly. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Gilia millefoliata

Gilia millefoliata is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, rocky areas at elevations of 500-2000 m.

Gilia millefoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gilia millefoliata?

Gilia millefoliata

What is the common name of Gilia millefoliata?

Yerba Santa

What is the natural habitat of Gilia millefoliata?

Dry areas of the western United States

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-2825720: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.