Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
512171

Status:
valid

Authors:
Eastw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 3, 1: 97 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511503

Common Names

  • White Abronia
  • Abronia alba

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Synonyms

  • Abronia alba platyphylla (Standl.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Abronia gracilis platyphylla (Standl.) Ferris [unknown]
  • Abronia umbellata variabilis (Standl.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Abronia umbellata variabilis (Standl.) Munz [unknown]
  • Abronia alba variabilis (Standl.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Abronia alba variabilis (Standl.) Jeps. [deprecated]

Description

Abronia alba (also called White sand-verbena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It has a rounded shape with a dense canopy and long, drooping branches. It grows in dry, warm climates in desert scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Abronia alba is used for timber production, as an ornamental tree in parks and gardens, and for the production of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Abronia alba are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are slender and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Abronia alba is a species of wildflower native to North America. It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 foot tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Plants can be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Abronia alba

Abronia alba can be found in the deserts of North America.

Abronia alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Abronia alba?

Abronia alba

What is the common name of Abronia alba?

White sand-verbena

What is the natural range of Abronia alba?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2610183: Based on the initial data import
Alice Eastwood (1859-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eastw.' in the authors string.