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coral gilia
Scientific Name: Aliciella subnuda
Family: Polemoniaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Biennial, Perennial
Other Names:
Aliciella subnuda (Coral Gilia)
Aliciella subnuda, commonly known as coral gilia or carmine gilia, is a striking wildflower native to the western and southwestern United States.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aliciella subnuda (Torr. ex A. Gray) J.M. Porter
- Synonym: Gilia subnuda
- Common Names: Coral Gilia, Carmine Gilia, Canyonland Gilia, Coral Gily-flower
- Family: Polemoniaceae (Phlox Family)
- Kingdom: (Inferred: Plantae)
- Rank: Species
- USDA Symbol: ALSU9
Distribution and Habitat
- Primarily found in the western and southwestern United States.
- Observed at locations such as Capitol Reef National Park and Escalante National Monument in Utah.
- Specific states mentioned include Arizona and New Mexico.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is described as a forb/herb, which means it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- The plant can be either biennial or perennial.
- Known for its pretty crimson or coral-colored flowers.
The genus Gilia was named after the Spanish botanist Felipe Gil.
Further Information
- More information can be found at the Encyclopedia of Life.
- Species profile, habitat, control, invasion & life history, and maps are available at http://www.niiss.org/cwis438/Browse/Organism/Organ.
- Dave's Garden provides tips and ideas for gardens, seeds and plants.