Linum floridanum
Florida Yellow Flax
Also known as: Cathartolinum floridanum (Planch.) Small +6 more
- Cathartolinum floridanum (Planch.) Small
- Cathartolinum jamaicense Small
- Cathartolinum macrosepalum Small
- Linum jamaicense (Small) Fawc. & Rendle
- Linum macrosepalum (Small) H.J.P.Winkl.
- Linum macrosepalum Stapf
- Linum virginianum var. floridanum Planch.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Linaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America and South America, Linum floridanum (commonly known as Florida Yellow Flax) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Linaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, South-Central U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Jamaica, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Illinois
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms