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Nuttall's false foxglove
Scientific Name: Agalinis nuttallii
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Nuttall's False Foxglove (Agalinis nuttallii)
Nuttall's False Foxglove, scientifically known as Agalinis nuttallii Shinners, is a fascinating forb/herb belonging to the genus Agalinis. It is a non-woody plant, meaning it is not a grass or tree. The species epithet, nuttallii, honors the botanist Thomas Nuttall.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Agalinis nuttallii Shinners
- Family: Orobanchaceae (formerly Scrophulariaceae)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Agalinis homalantha Pennell (not accepted) , Agalinis obtusifolia Raf.
Common Names
- Nuttall's False Foxglove
- Smallflower False Foxglove
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Agalinis nuttallii is an annual plant.
- Typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet.
- Exhibits occasional branching.
- The plant has a tendency to sprawl, especially in the absence of supporting vegetation.
- Stems are dark green in color.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to the United States.
- Found in North, Central, and South America, where the Agalinis genus comprises about 70 species.
Further Information
For more comprehensive information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Agalinis nuttallii, refer to the Discover Life page dedicated to this species.