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Description
Hesperolinon Breweri, also known as Brewer’s dwarf flax, is a small flowering plant that belongs to the Linaceae family. It is native to California and can be found in the southern part of the state, particularly in San Diego County. The plant is an annual herb that grows up to 10 centimeters tall. It has small, narrow leaves and produces small, yellow flowers that bloom from March to May.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Spermatophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Linaceae |
| Genus: | Hesperolinon |
Appearance
The Hesperolinon Breweri plant is a small, delicate herb that grows up to 10 centimeters tall. It has slender, narrow leaves that are up to 2 centimeters long. The leaves are light green in color and are arranged alternately along the stem. The plant produces small, yellow flowers that are about 2 millimeters in diameter. The flowers have five petals and are arranged in clusters at the end of the stem. The plant blooms from March to May and produces small, egg-shaped seeds that are about 1 millimeter long.
Care Guide
Hesperolinon Breweri is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips on how to care for this plant:Water: The plant prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly but not overwatered.Fertilization: The plant does not require fertilization.Soil: The plant prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hesperolinon Breweri is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it may be susceptible to fungal infections if overwatered. To prevent fungal infections, ensure that the soil is well-drained and avoid overwatering.
Habitat
Hesperolinon Breweri is native to California and is found in the southern part of the state, particularly in San Diego County. The plant grows in sandy soils and prefers full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Hesperolinon Breweri a perennial plant?
A: No, Hesperolinon Breweri is an annual herb.Q: What is the height of the Hesperolinon Breweri plant?
A: The Hesperolinon Breweri plant grows up to 10 centimeters tall.Q: What is the blooming period of Hesperolinon Breweri?
A: The Hesperolinon Breweri plant blooms from March to May.Q: What are the common pests and diseases that affect Hesperolinon Breweri?
A: Hesperolinon Breweri is relatively pest and disease-free, but it may be susceptible to fungal infections if overwatered.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants that belong to the Linaceae family:
- Hesperolinon Drymarioides
- Hesperolinon Sharsmithiae
- Hesperolinon Tejonense
References
- https://www.calflora.org/cgi-bin/species_query.cgi?where-calrecnum=4023
- http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=242415138
