Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
444913

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) J.M.Porter & L.A.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Aliso 19: 82 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000444245

Common Names

  • Linanthus pungens
  • Pungens Linanthus
  • Pungens's Linanthus

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Synonyms

  • Leptodactylon brevifolium Rydb. [unknown]
  • Aegochloa torreyi G.Don [unknown]
  • Batanthes pungens Raf. [unknown]
  • Cantua pungens Torr. [unknown]
  • Cantua pungens squarrosa Howell [unknown]
  • Gilia hookeri Benth. [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens Benth. [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens devestita Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens hallii Milliken [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens hallii Brand [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens squarrosa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Gilia pungens tenuiloba Milliken [unknown]
  • Gilia tenuiloba Parish [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens (Torr.) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens pulchriflorum (Brand) H.Mason in Abrams [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens squarrosum Tidestr. [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon lilicinum Greene ex Brand [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon hallii A.Heller [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon tenuilobum A.Heller [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens hookeri (Douglas ex Hook.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens tenuilobum (Parish) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens brevifolium (Rydb.) Wherry in R.J.Davis [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens eupungens Wherry in R.J.Davis [unknown]
  • Leptodactylon pungens hallii (Parish) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Linanthus pungens (also called Pungent Linanthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polemoniaceae. It is an annual herb with white flowers and is native to the western regions of North America. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Linanthus pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Linanthus pungens sub. hazeliae (M.Peck) J.L.Schultz & R.Patt.
Linanthus pungens sub. hookeri (Douglas ex Hook.) J.M.Porter & R.Patt.
Linanthus pungens sub. pulchriflorus (Brand) J.M.Porter & R.Patt.
Linanthus pungens sub. hallii (Parish) J.M.Porter & R.Patt.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linanthus pungens has small white flowers, with a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linanthus pungens is a perennial that is native to California and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered. The seeds should germinate in 10-14 days. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Linanthus pungens

Linanthus pungens is native to the western United States.

Linanthus pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linanthus pungens?

Linanthus pungens

What type of plant is Linanthus pungens?

Linanthus pungens is a type of annual flowering plant.

Where is Linanthus pungens found?

Linanthus pungens is found in 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-2495197: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
James Mark Porter (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Porter' in the authors string.
Leigh Alma Johnson (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.A.Johnson' in the authors string.