Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
gossypifera
ID:
732761

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gillies ex Benth.) V.E.Grant

Source:
cmp

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Aliso 3: 361 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000732094

Common Names

  • Ipomopsis gossypifera
  • Cotton-Bearing Ipomopsis
  • Cotton-Bearing Standing Cypress

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Description

Ipomopsis gossypifera (also called Cotton Ipomopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of narrow leaves and small pink flowers. It grows in sunny, dry and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Ipomopsis gossypifera is a species of plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make a herbal tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ipomopsis gossypifera has small yellow flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ipomopsis gossypifera can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Water regularly and keep in a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Ipomopsis gossypifera

Ipomopsis gossypifera can be found in the southeastern United States, particularly in Alabama, Georgia, and Florida.

Ipomopsis gossypifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ipomopsis gossypifera?

Ipomopsis gossypifera

What is the common name of Ipomopsis gossypifera?

Cotton Ipomopsis

What is the natural habitat of Ipomopsis gossypifera?

Ipomopsis gossypifera is found in dry, open woodland, grassland and scrub

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-2866449: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Verne Grant (1917-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.E.Grant' in the authors string.