Family: Polemoniaceae
Author: Nutt.
Bibliography: Gen. N. Amer. Pl. 1: 126 (1818)
Year: 1818
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Collomia
Vegetable: False
Observations: W. Canada to W. & WC. U.S.A.
Description
Tiny trumpet, scientifically known as Collomia linearis, is an elegant and delicate species belonging to the Polemoniaceae family. This annual herb graces diverse landscapes across its native range, spanning from Western Canada through to the Western and West-Central United States.
First described in 1818, Tiny trumpet was identified and classified by the botanist Thomas Nuttall, whose contributions to North American botany are well-celebrated. The plant was meticulously documented in Nuttall’s seminal work, “Genera of North American Plants”.
Tiny trumpet thrives in a variety of habitats, often favoring sandy or well-drained soils. It is particularly notable for its charming clusters of small, trumpet-shaped flowers. These blossoms, typically light pink or blue, create a delicate display that can liven up prairie landscapes and open woodlands. The thin, linear leaves of Collomia linearis further add to its dainty appearance, and the plant’s overall stature usually remains modest, adding a subtle yet enchanting presence to its surroundings.
This species’ adaptive nature and aesthetic appeal make it a subject of interest not only for botanists studying the flora of North America but also for gardeners and nature enthusiasts who appreciate its understated beauty and its role in the ecosystem. As part of the Polemoniaceae family, Tiny trumpet shares lineage with several other intriguing and visually delightful plants, contributing to a diverse botanical group known for their attractiveness and ecological significance.
In summary, the Tiny trumpet is a testament to nature’s intricacies, demonstrating both resilience and elegance across the varied terrains it inhabits. Through its soft hues and delicate form, Collomia linearis offers a glimpse into the rich natural heritage of North America’s flora.
Common Names
Ita: collomia lineare
Dan: limfrø
Eng: narrow-leaf mountain-trumpet, narrowleaf mountaintrumpet, slenderleaf collomia, tiny trumpet, narrow-leaf mountain trumpet, narrow-leaved collomia, glueseed, narrow-leaved mountain-trumpet, slender-leaved collomia
Deu: schmalblättrige leimsaat
Swe: limfrö
Fra: collomia à feuilles linéaires
En: Tiny trumpet, Narrow-Leaf Mountain-Trumpet, SLENDERLEAF COLLOMIA, Narrow-leaved collimia, Narrowleaf mountaintrumpet, Tiny mountain trumpet, Narrow-leaf mountain trumpet, Narrow-leaved collomia, Glueseed, Narrow-leaved mountain-trumpet, Slender-leaved collomia
Da: Limfrø
Fi: Kaitatahmikki, Tahmikki
Fr: Collomia à feuilles linéaires
De: Schmalblättrige Leimsaat
It: Collomia lineare
Sv: Limfrö
Synonyms
- Collomia parviflora f. picta ((Lunell) Wherry)
- Gilia linearis ((Nutt.) A.Gray)
- Navarretia linearis ((Nutt.) Kuntze)
- Collomia tinctoria f. subulata ((A.Gray) Wherry)
- Collomia linearis var. picta (Lunell)
- Collomia linearis var. subulata ((A.Gray) A.Gray)
- Collomia parviflora f. humilis ((Brand) Wherry)
- Collomia linearis var. boulderensis (Daniels)
- Collomia parviflora f. lanceolata (Wherry)
- Gilia linearis var. subulata (A.Gray)
- Collomia parviflora f. boulderensis ((Daniels) Wherry)
- Collomia parviflora f. congesta ((Lunell) Wherry)
- Collomia linearis f. picta ((Lunell) Wherry)
- Collomia lanceolata (Greene ex Brand)
- Collomia linearis f. lanceolata ((Greene ex Brand) Wherry)
- Collomia linearis var. congesta (Lunell)
- Collomia linearis f. congesta ((Lunell) Wherry)
- Collomia tinctoria var. subulata ((A.Gray) Brand)
- Collomia linearis var. humilis (Brand)
- Collomia linearis f. humilis ((Brand) Wherry)
- Hoitzia linearis (Spreng.)
Distribution
- Alberta (native)
- Arizona (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- California (native)
- Colorado (native)
- Connecticut (native)
- Idaho (native)
- Indiana (native)
- Iowa (native)
- Maine (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Masachusettes (native)
- Michigan (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Missouri (native)
- Montana (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Nevada (native)
- New Brunswick (native)
- New Hampshire (native)
- New Jersey (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- North Dakota (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Nova Scotia (native)
- Ohio (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Pennsylvania (native)
- Prince Edward I. (native)
- Québec (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- Utah (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Washington (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Yukon (native)
- Alaska (introduced)
- Altay (introduced)
- Central European Rus (introduced)
- East European Russia (introduced)
- Illinois (introduced)
- Irkutsk (introduced)
- Labrador (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
- North European Russi (introduced)
- Primorye (introduced)
- Tadzhikistan (introduced)
- West Siberia (introduced)
Additional Images
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Flower
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − This image is not copyrighted and may be freely used for any purpose. Please credit the artist, original publication if applicable, and the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database. The following format is suggested and will be appreciated: Sheri Hagwood @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database If you cite PLA (public)
Taken Jul 12, 2013 by EOL − scottmo (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jul 12, 2013 by EOL − scottmo (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jul 17, 2020 by Brooklyn Smith (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 17, 2020 by Brooklyn Smith (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jun 19, 2022 by Valerie Mason (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 2, 2022 by Valerie Mason (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 22, 2021 by Amber LeBlanc (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 17, 2020 by Brooklyn Smith (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Aug 19, 2012 by EOL − Matt Muir (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jun 15, 2013 by EOL − Rebecca Marschall (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Niehaus, T.F. (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − Niehaus, T.F. (cc-by-nc-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − This image is not copyrighted and may be freely used for any purpose. Please credit the artist, original publication if applicable, and the USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database. The following format is suggested and will be appreciated: Sheri Hagwood @ USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database If you cite PLA (public)
Fruit
Taken Sep 3, 2015 by EOL − podiceps (cc-by-nc)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2927552)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:63330-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Collomia linearis Nutt.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb