Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
eremophila
ID:
176159

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Phil.) Burkart ex Ulibarri

Source:
ildis

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana22: 145 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175488

Common Names

  • Hoffmannseggia eremophila
  • Desert Hoffmannseggia
  • Desert Bean

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Synonyms

  • Zuccagnia eremophila Phil. [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia andina Phil. [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia andina eremophila (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia andina Miers [unknown]
  • Zuccagnia mucronata Phil. [valid]
  • Hoffmannseggia philippiana Hosseus [valid]

Description

Hoffmannseggia eremophila (also called Eremophila Hoffmannseggia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and roadsides. It has trifoliate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hoffmannseggia eremophila is a drought-tolerant plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hoffmannseggia eremophila has small, white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hoffmannseggia eremophila is a tropical shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual pots and given plenty of light and water.

Where to Find Hoffmannseggia eremophila

Hoffmannseggia eremophila is native to the southwestern United States and can be found in the wild in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah.

Hoffmannseggia eremophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hoffmannseggia eremophila?

Hoffmannseggia eremophila

What is the common name of Hoffmannseggia eremophila?

Desert Hoffmannseggia

What is the family of Hoffmannseggia eremophila?

Fabaceae

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
Emilio Agustin Ulibarri (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulibarri' in the authors string.