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Nye gilia

Scientific Name: Aliciella nyensis

Family: Polemoniaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

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Aliciella nyensis (Nye Gilia)

Aliciella nyensis, commonly known as Nye Gilia, is an annual forb/herb belonging to the Polemoniaceae family. It has gained attention both within botanical circles and, perhaps surprisingly, in automotive news due to the shared name with the Alfa Romeo Giulia.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Aliciella nyensis (Reveal) J.M. Porter
  • Common Name: Nye Gilia
  • Synonym: Gilia nyensis Reveal
  • Family: Polemoniaceae (Phlox Family)
  • Taxonomic Status: Accepted
  • Related ITIS Name: Gilia nyensis Reveal (TSN 31159)

Distribution and Habitat

  • Aliciella nyensis is found in central Nye County, Nevada, extending southward to the Nevada Test Site (now the Department of Energy Nevada Test Site).

Morphological Characteristics

  • Nye Gilia is described as having a shrub-like development, resulting in a rounded, brush-like form.
  • It is a small plant.
  • It is a non-woody plant.
  • It has magenta-colored flowers.

Additional Information

  • Historically, Aliciella nyensis was classified within the genus Gilia.
  • Chromosome number: n==9

Further Information

  • Nevada Natural Heritage Program Rare Plant Fact Sheet
  • Dave's Garden