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Description
Linum Flavum, also known as Yellow Flax, is a flowering perennial plant that belongs to the Linaceae family. This plant is native to Europe and Asia and is widely grown for its striking yellow flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. The plant produces numerous slender stems that grow up to 50cm in height, and each stem carries several small, bright yellow flowers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Kingdom | Phylum | Class | Order | Family | Genus ||——–|———|——–|——-|——-|——–|——-|| Eukarya | Plantae | Spermatophyta | Magnoliophyta | Rosales | Linaceae | Linum |
Appearance
The Linum Flavum is a small, bushy plant with slender stems and bright yellow flowers. The plant grows up to 50cm in height and produces numerous stems that carry several small flowers. The flowers have five petals and are arranged in clusters at the end of each stem. The leaves of the plant are narrow and lance-shaped with a bluish-green color.
Care Guide
The Linum Flavum is an easy plant to care for and requires minimal attention. Here are some care tips to help you grow healthy plants:- Water: The plant requires regular watering to keep the soil moist, especially during the growing season. Water the plant deeply once a week, and make sure the soil drains well to prevent waterlogging.- Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season to promote healthy growth and flowering.- Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. Use a good quality potting mix or add compost and perlite to the soil to improve drainage.- Sunlight: The Linum Flavum thrives in full sun exposure and requires at least six hours of direct sunlight per day.- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Linum Flavum is a relatively pest-free plant, but it can be susceptible to some common pests and diseases, including:- Aphids: These tiny insects feed on the sap of the plant, causing stunted growth and distorted leaves. Use a mild insecticide or spray the plant with soapy water to kill aphids.- Powdery Mildew: This fungal disease causes a white, powdery coating on the leaves and stems of the plant. Remove infected parts of the plant and treat with a fungicide.
Habitat
The Linum Flavum is native to Europe and Asia and can be found growing in open fields, meadows, and rocky areas. The plant prefers well-draining soil and full sun exposure.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Linum Flavum?
A: Water the plant deeply once a week, and make sure the soil drains well to prevent waterlogging.
Q: What is the best fertilizer for Linum Flavum?
A: Use a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season to promote healthy growth and flowering.
Q: How do I prevent powdery mildew on my Linum Flavum?
A: Remove infected parts of the plant and treat with a fungicide.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Linum Flavum?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Related Plants
– Linum Perenne (Perennial Flax)- Linum Usitatissimum (Common Flax)- Linum Grandiflorum (Scarlet Flax)
References
– “Linum Flavum – Plant Finder.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=279253.- “Linum Flavum (Yellow Flax).” Gardenia, www.gardenia.net/plant/linum-flavum-yellow-flax.
