Gayophytum humile
About
Gayophytum humile is a species of flowering plant in the evening primrose family known by the common name dwarf groundsmoke. It is native to western North America from Alberta to California, and can also be found in parts of South America. It lives in many types of mountain habitats, especially moist areas. It is a small, thin annual herb not exceeding 30 centimeters in height. Its erect stem has few branches and sparse narrow leaves. The stem and leaves are green to bright red, or green with reddish edges and tips. The plant produces tiny white flowers each about half a centimeter across. The fruit is a capsule one to one and a half centimeters long containing up to 50 seeds.
- Family
- Onagraceae
How to use it
Dwarf groundsmoke can be appreciated for its ornamental value in gardens, especially in rock gardens or naturalistic landscapes. Its unique coloration and delicate flowers can add interest to a garden setting, while also providing a habitat for pollinators.
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Gardening tip
When planting dwarf groundsmoke, make sure to choose a spot in your garden that has moist soil, as this plant thrives in such conditions. It can be a great addition to a rock garden or a naturalized area.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Gayophytum humile
- Slug
- gayophytum-humile
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Onagraceae
- Genus
- Gayophytum
- Species
- humile
- Wikidata QID
- Q5528907
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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