Abronia alpina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
512173
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brandegee
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 27: 456 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000511505
Common Names
- Alpine Abronia
- Abronia alpina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Abronia alpina (also called Alpine 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, cool climates in mountain forests.
Uses & Benefits
Abronia alpina 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 alpina 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Abronia alpina 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 alpina
Abronia alpina can be found in the mountains of North America.
Abronia alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Abronia alpina?
Abronia alpina
What is the common name of Abronia alpina?
Alpine sand-verbena
What is the natural range of Abronia alpina?
Western United States
Species in the Abronia genus
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,
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-2610185: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.